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American Experience

American Experience

1988Returning Series38 Seasons400 Episodes6.6TMDB
PBS

TV's most-watched history series brings to life the compelling stories from our past that inform our understanding of the world today.

Season 11 · Episode 8

MacArthur (1): Destiny

Aired May 17, 1999at 8PM·55m

Part 1 of a two-part biography of Douglas MacArthur takes "America's first soldier" from his brilliant WWI service into WWII, when his knack for alienating superiors hindered his "return" to the Philippines. Interviewed: biographer Geoffrey Perret; historian Stephen Ambrose; Gen. Vernon Walters (USA Ret.).

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When did American Experience Season 11 Episode 8 air?

American Experience Season 11 Episode 8 aired on May 17, 1999 at 8 PM ET.

How long is American Experience Season 11 Episode 8?

This episode runs for approximately 55 minutes.

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