MacArthur (1): Destiny

7.1/10 · 63 votesMay 17, 199955 min

Ranked #5 of 9 in Season 11•−0.1 vs season avg

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Part 1 of a two-part biography of Douglas MacArthur takes "America's first soldier" from his brilliant WWI service into WWII, when his knack for alienating superiors hindered his "return" to the Philippines. Interviewed: biographer Geoffrey Perret; historian Stephen Ambrose; Gen. Vernon Walters (USA Ret.).

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Episode Summary

"MacArthur (1): Destiny" is episode 8 of American Experience season 11. It scored 7.1/10 from 63 votes, ranking #5 of 9 episodes this season (season average 7.2). It aired on May 17, 1999.

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