11 avr. 1951 - Truman Fires MacArthur (April 11, 1951)
Description:
US President Harry Truman dismissed General MacArthur, leader of the US troops in South Korea, from his position.This decision stemmed from MacArthur’s invasion of North Korea during Truman’s attempts at a ceasefire. This event is significant because Truman believed that MacArthur overstepped his authority, defied direct order from his superior, and interfered with Truman's goal of ending the Korean War quickly.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
11 avr. 1951
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 74 ans