The General's Testimony: Shedding Light on Far Eastern Strategy, 1951-01-01 - 1951-12-31

Item — Box: 27, Folder: 46

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_3_27_46_0012

Scope and Contents

The document discusses the ongoing drama of General MacArthur's testimony before Congress, with Republicans pushing for an open hearing and Democrats insisting on a closed session. General MacArthur has made counter-claims against accusations of insubordination, revealing recommendations from the joint chiefs of staff that were not approved by President Truman. The inquiry is expected to cover a wide range of topics related to Far Eastern strategy and may lead to the development of a new policy.

Dates

Creation: 1951-01-01 - 1951-12-31

Creator

From the Collection: Schwabe, George Blaine, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 1st district (1951-1952); 8th Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives (1921-1923); Member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from Nowata County (1919-1923), 1886-1952 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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