Popular Terms. Usage, improvement, and protection of human and natural resources in a wise manner, ensuring derivation of their highest economic and social benefits on a continuing or long-term basis.
In 1941, Gen. Douglas MacArthur was forced to surrender the Philippines, but made his famous promise of I shall return.. Three years later, he made good on his promise to liberate the islands. Island hopping was the strategy used by the United States command.
  US Army General Douglas MacArthur stated to President Truman that Red China would not enter the war. They did.   GEN MacArthur then stated to the Commander in Chief t â¦ hat he was prepared to invade Red China and use nuclear weapons if needed to ensure victory; MacAuthur was relieved of command.e also tried several ploys against Truman's wishes, as he felt his vast military experience gave him precedence over a president who was a former haberdasher. Truman met with MacArthur and explained to him the concept of commander in chief .