Overview in Chronological Order By TheMagicat Jan 26, 1880 Douglas MacArthur is born May 8, 1884 Harry S. Truman is born Apr 12, 1945 Harry S. Truman becomes president Jun 25, 1950 The Korean War Starts Douglas MacArthur is immediately given full command of the forces in South Korea. Oct 15, 1950 President Truman meets General MacArthur in Wake, Hawaii Apr 11, 1951 General MacArthur is relieved of command and replaced with Matthew B. Ridgway There was massive public backlash at this because MacArthur had such a good reputation. Jul 27, 1953 The Korean War ends with both countries still divide at the 38th paralell