During Korean War, Commander of 8th US Army in South Korea General James Van Fleet retiring and being replaced by Genera

General James A. Van Fleet retires from the 8th Army Command in Korea after 38 years of service. His successor, Lieutenant General Maxwell D. Taylor, receives a briefing at the White House before heading to Korea. Taylor, who previously commanded the 101st Airborne in Europe, is familiar with the Far East. He acknowledges the challenge of filling Van Fleet's role and shares his positive impressions of President Eisenhower. Taylor hints at discussions about Korea and praises the South Korean Army's qualities.

What was the duration of General James A. Van Fleet's service in the Army?

• 28 years

• 48 years

• 38 years

• 58 years

Who succeeded General Van Fleet as the commander of the 8th Army in Korea?

• General Douglas MacArthur

• Lieutenant General Maxwell D. Taylor

• General George S. Patton

• General Omar Bradley

Which division did General Taylor command under Eisenhower in Europe?

• 82nd Airborne

• 1st Infantry

• 3rd Armored

• 101st Airborne

What did General Taylor say about his meeting with President Eisenhower?

• He received a lot of personal love and encouragement.

• It was a formal and tense meeting.

• It was a brief and unimportant meeting.

• They discussed only European affairs.

What did General Taylor emphasize about the South Korean Army?

• Their fine qualities

• Their need for more training

• Their reluctance to fight

• Their lack of experience