apr 11, 1951 - Truman fires Douglas MacArthur
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MacArthur disagreed with Truman's policy of limited war fought to only achieve specific goals. MacArthur sent a letter to the House Republican leader attacking Truman's policies. When the letter became public, Truman fired MacArthur for insubordination.
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