MacArthur’s speech still inspires after 60 years

By Kyle Osterhoudt USMA PAO Date: Tuesday, Apr 19, 2022 Time: 16:01 EST

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The Corps of Cadets conducted a special dinner at the Cadet Mess Hall April 14 as a prelude to the 60th anniversary of Douglas MacArthurʼs Duty, Honor, Country speech (above) delivered at West Point in 1962. (Graphic and photo by Kyle Osterhoudt/USMA PAO)
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Retired Lt. Gen. Jim Ellis, a 1962 U.S. Military Academy graduate, spoke at the commemoration detailing why his words have resonated with so many over the generations. (Photo by Kyle Osterhoudt/USMA PAO)
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Ellis met MacArthur (right) as First Captain the day the retired general delivered his renowned speech upon his acceptance of the Thayer Award. (Historical Photo provided by USMA Archives)

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The Corps of Cadets conducted a special dinner at the Cadet Mess Hall April 14 as a prelude to the 60th anniversary of Douglas MacArthurʼs Duty, Honor, Country speech (above) delivered at West Point in 1962.

(Left) Retired Lt. Gen. Jim Ellis, a 1962 U.S. Military Academy graduate, spoke at the commemoration detailing why his words have resonated with so many over the generations.

Ellis met MacArthur (right) as First Captain the day the retired general delivered his renowned speech upon his acceptance of the Thayer Award.