1880 - 1964
General Douglas MacArthur was an American military leader, best known for his role in the Pacific Theater during World War II and for overseeing the post-war occupation of Japan. Born on January 26, 1880, he served as Chief of Staff of the United States Army and was a key figure in the Korean War, famously declaring, "Old soldiers never die; they just fade away." MacArthur was awarded the Medal of Honor for his service in World War I and was noted for his strategic leadership and strong personality until his retirement in 1951.