Joseph McCarthy at Army-McCarthy hearings in the US Senate in 1954

Senator McCarthy accused the U.S. Army of harboring communists, focusing on a captain who received an honorable discharge despite refusing to sign a loyalty oath. McCarthy's aggressive tactics targeted both supporters and opponents, damaging reputations in his campaign against the Army and its leadership.

What did McCarthy accuse the United States Army of?

What was the basis of McCarthy's claims regarding the Army?

Who was the captain mentioned in McCarthy's accusations, and what did he refuse to sign?

How did McCarthy's actions affect the reputations of individuals?

What was the nature of McCarthy's attack on the Army and its leaders?