WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -In September, 1945, General Douglas MacArthur took charge of the Supreme Command of Allied Powers (SCAP) and began the work of rebuilding Japan.

Detailed explanation-2: -From 1945 to 1951, as Allied commander of the Japanese occupation, MacArthur oversaw the successful demobilization of Japan’s military forces as well as the restoration of the economy, the drafting of a new Japanese constitution and numerous other reforms.

Detailed explanation-3: -He had served with distinction in World War I, was Chief of Staff of the United States Army during the 1930s, and he played a prominent role in the Pacific theater during World War II. MacArthur was nominated for the Medal of Honor three times, and received it for his service in the Philippines campaign.

Detailed explanation-4: -After the official surrender of Japan to the Allies on Sept. 2, 1945, the United States began the process of helping to bring Japan back into the international community by strengthening military, political and economic ties, much as it was doing with former foes Italy and Germany.

Detailed explanation-5: -But two Americans who played important parts in the world’s greatest economic recovery story–a story that has altered lifestyles around the world and sent countless vehicles, VCRs and Walkmans into our homes–are Gen. Douglas MacArthur and quality guru W. Edwards Deming.