Union General William Tecumseh Sherman graduated 6th of 42 in the West Point Class of 1840. He would become a lynchpin for the Union's success in the Western Theater of the US Civil War.
Douglas MacArthur graduated 1st in his class.
The man was Douglas MacArthur, and the president he had the dispute with was Harry S. Truman. MacArthur graduated first in his class, and was the third highest scoring cadet in all of West Point history.
General of the Army - a 5 star General
By an act of Congress.
Douglas MacArthur was promoted to the rank of Five Star General on December 18, 1944. This promotion was part of a select group of officers who achieved the highest rank in the United States Army, which was established during World War II. MacArthur's leadership in the Pacific theater significantly contributed to his elevation to this prestigious rank.
Arthur MacArthur received his general's rank in 1900; his son, Douglas, in 1918.
In December 1941, Douglas MacArthur held the rank of Field Marshal of the Philippines.
Douglas MacArthur was promoted to the rank of five-star general on December 18, 1944. This promotion recognized his significant contributions during World War II, particularly in the Pacific Theater. He was one of only a few individuals to hold this rank in the United States military history.
General of the Army (Five Star) Douglas MacArthur is the only person to rise to the rank of Field Marshall of the Philippine Army.
Robert E. Lee graduated second in his class at West Point.
he ranked number 4 in his graduating class
Yes, Douglas MacArthur served in World War I as a member of the U.S. Army. He initially held the rank of captain and later became a colonel, commanding the 84th Brigade of the 42nd Infantry Division. MacArthur's leadership and performance during the war earned him several decorations, including the Distinguished Service Cross. His experiences in World War I significantly shaped his military career and strategies in subsequent conflicts.