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Birthplace of General D MacArthur - Little Rock, Arkansas
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Birthplace of General D MacArthur - Little Rock, Arkansas
The Old Arsenal Building at Little Rock, Arkansas, USA(now The Museum of Natural History and Antiquities) - Birthplace (in 1880) of General Douglas MacArthur (inset portrait photograph). The residence of his Father (Gen. Arthur MacArthur) when stationed there as Commandant. Date: 1942
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1942 Antiquities Arkansas Arsenal Birthplace Born Inset Macarthur Douglas
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This evocative photograph captures the historic Old Arsenal Building in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, a site of great significance in American military history. Built in 1837, the Old Arsenal served as a military installation for over a century, and it was here that General Douglas MacArthur was born in 1880. At the time, MacArthur's father, Arthur MacArthur, was stationed as the Commandant of the post. The image shows the Old Arsenal Building in its 1940s glory, with its distinctive red-brick facade and tall, arched windows. The building now houses the Museum of Natural History and Antiquities, a fitting tribute to its rich history. The inset portrait photograph of General Douglas MacArthur, taken in 1942 during World War II, adds a poignant connection to the past. MacArthur's military career spanned over six decades, and he is best known for his leadership during World War II, where he played a crucial role in the Pacific Theater. Born in this unassuming building in Little Rock, Arkansas, MacArthur's legacy continues to inspire and shape American military history. The Old Arsenal Building stands as a testament to the past, a reminder of the rich history that unfolded within its walls, and a tribute to the remarkable life of a great American general.
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