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American Experience S11E9 — MacArthur (2): The Politics of War

American Experience•Season 11•Episode 9

MacArthur (2): The Politics of War

May 18, 199955 min

The conclusion of "MacArthur" focuses on his "return" to the Philippines in 1944, his years as Supreme Allied Commander in Japan after the war and his controversial command in Korea. Interviewed: onetime MacArthur aide Alexander Haig; historian David McCullough

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Episode Summary

"MacArthur (2): The Politics of War" is episode 9 of American Experience season 11. It aired on May 18, 1999.

Next: E10 · Fly Girls Best of Season 11