MacArthur wanted to go in and cut the Korean supply lines from behind.
MacArthur was angry because he favored total war <----- NovaNet
General MacArthur interfered with political decisions of President Truman
General MacArthur Comander in Chief US Army Far East Comand, he wrote a letter to a congressman that rediculled Truman's policy so Truman fired him.
President Truman fired General MacArthur primarily due to insubordination and conflicting views on military strategy during the Korean War. MacArthur's public statements and his desire to expand the war into China contradicted Truman's policy of limited engagement. Truman believed that such actions could lead to a broader conflict with the Soviet Union and jeopardize national security. Ultimately, Truman prioritized civilian control over the military and the need for a unified strategy.
General MacArthur wanted to bomb China and President Truman did not agree. It was settled when the President basically fired General MacArthur.
President Harry Truman relieved General Douglas MacArthur of his command during the Korean War in April 1951. The decision was primarily due to MacArthur's insubordination and public disagreements with Truman's military strategy and policies, particularly regarding the expansion of the war into China. Truman's action underscored the principle of civilian control over the military and aimed to maintain a unified approach to U.S. foreign policy. MacArthur's dismissal was met with mixed reactions, including significant public support for the general.
Douglas MacArthur. Gen Douglas MacArthur wanted to use the atom bomb in the war, and he did not like to take orders from President Truman, so President Truman dismissed him.
1951
General MacArthur was defiant of President Truman's philosophy of containment in the Korean conflict so President Truman relieved him of his command in Korea on April 10th, 1951.
President Truman's decision to replace General MacArthur was not influenced by MacArthur's military achievements in World War II or his popularity among the public. Instead, it was primarily driven by disagreements over military strategy in the Korean War, particularly MacArthur's desire for a more aggressive approach, including potential attacks on China, which Truman feared could escalate the conflict. Additionally, concerns about maintaining civilian control over the military played a crucial role in Truman's decision.
because they both wanted to go to El Salvador ( the best country in the world)
Yes, he did. After defying his orders, Truman fired him.