Matthew B. Ridgway: Soldier, Statesman, Scholar, CitizenStackpole Books, 2002 - Всего страниц: 230 Matthew B. Ridgway was a significant figure in United States history. He commanded the 82nd Airborne Division in the invasion in Europe; he succeeded MacArthur in Korea; he was the U.S. delegate to the United Nations; he served as Supreme Commander of the Far East and Supreme Commander in Europe. He was counselor to four presidents, helped found a university research center on national security, and was a powerful influence in national affairs for 40 years. Using Ridgway's personal papers, George Mitchell offers a unique and compelling view of this authentic American hero. |
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Religious Strength | 12 |
Leadership Qualities | 19 |
Paragon Commander | 28 |
Early Engagement in Foreign Affairs | 67 |
Serves at the United Nations | 77 |
Serves as Supreme Commander Far East | 96 |
Becomes Supreme Commander Europe | 107 |
Assumes Army Chief of Staff Post | 127 |
Preparedness and Balance | 156 |
Against Preventive War | 164 |
Opposition to Involvement in Asia | 170 |
Views on Foreign and Military Affairs | 181 |
Active Citizen in Retirement | 195 |
Appendix | 207 |
References | 221 |
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