Everything in him wanted to stay and fight till the death if it came to that. In fact, when the order came for him to evacuate his first reaction was to resign his commission as Commander-in-Chief to the American armed forces in the Far East and volunteer to fight alongside the enlisted men. But his aides had talked him out of this. President Franklin Roosevelt and the Allies needed his military knowledge and experience to win the war. Courage and determination marked his extensive service to the United States. Readers of all ages love these fast-paced adventures that bring to life the deciding moments of history. These intriguing life stories are favorites of families and teachers. Discover what shaped the fascinating people who in turn shaped our world!