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MacArthur Returns
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General Douglas MacArthur rides in an open car during the ticker tape parade in his honor. MacArthur had just returned to the United States, having been relieved of his command in Korea by President Harry Truman.
May 20, 1951
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MacArthur in Tickertape Parade
May 20, 1951
General Douglas MacArthur in the midst of a tickertape parade honoring his return from Korea.
General MacArthur and Family
May 20, 1951
General Douglas MacArthur with his wife, Jean, and son, Arthur upon his return to the United States after being relieved as Commander of U.S. forces in Asia.
Rosengren Welcomes Martin and Luce to Korea
November 22, 1952
Lieutenant Colonel Rosengren and Captain George Pierce greet Dwight Martin and Henry Luce upon their arrival in Seoul, Korea.
Eisenhower Press Conference
December 5, 1952
Dwight (Ike) Eisenhower holds a press conference in the War Room at Eighth U.S. Army Headquarters in Korea.
Veterans Mark Armistice Day
November 8, 1953
Catholic War Veterans of America parade in front of St. Patrick's Cathedral in recognition of Armistice Day.
