The last documentary in this series involving men of different nations who rose to the challenge of high command.
Douglas MacArthur
General of the Army. USA
This film studies one of the most flamboyant and individualistic of World War II commanders, whose character and judgment deteriorated as he reached the highest point of his fame and influence.
One of the greatest captains of history, a military genius betrayed by his own government? Or an old-fashioned romantic dangerously at large in a nuclear world? About to win final victory over the Communists in Korea when Truman sacked him in 1951. Mac Arthur 's story is one of greatness marred by tragic flaws of character. Those taking part:
General Carlos P. Romulo
The Rt Hon Arthur A. Calwell The Hon Sir Edmund Herrins
Rear-Admiral John D. Bulkeley Roger 0. Egeberg. MD
Major Gaetano Faillace Admiral of the Fleet
The Earl Mountbatten of Burma Lieut-Gen Edward M. Almond Col Laurence Eliot Bunker
Written by CORRELLI BARNETT Narrated by FRANK GILLARD
Quotations spoken by DON FELLOWS
Directed by MAURICE KANARECK Producer HARRY HASTINGS