MacArthur Monument
Douglas MacArthur, Class of 1903, compiled a distinguished record in American
military history. His more notable contributions include
command of the 42nd "Rainbow" Division in World War I;
superintendency of the U.S. Military Academy; service as
supreme commander of the southwest Pacific areas in World
War II; his role as military governor of Japan after World
War II; and his service as supreme commander of U.N.
forces in Korea. In 1962, 40 years after he served as
Superintendent, he returned to West Point to receive the
Thayer Award. At that time, he delivered his famous "Duty,
Honor, Country" speech, which was his lasting tribute to the
ideals of this institution.
The statue was sculpted by Walter Hancock and dedicated
in 1969 by General MacArthur's wife, Jean.