United States Military Academy West Point - Howitzer Yearbook (West Point, NY)

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ROBERT E. WOOD Class of 1900 — Business The career of Robert E. Wood, ex-president of the board l Sears, Roebuck and Company, has been characterized by his execution of challenging tasks. The high sense of duty he applied in the business field, combined with an exactness and thoroughness that went far beyond mere mechanical efficiency, is best exemplified by his own words: Business must account for its stewardship not only on the balance sheet, but also in the matters of social responsibility. ' General Wood aided in the construction of the Panama Canal from 1905 to 1910. holding the positions of Quarter- master. Chief Quartermaster, and Directors of the Panama Canal Railroad. In World War I he went to France as a Colonel in the Rainbow Division to serve on the General Staff at Choumont. He was later recalled to the United States to become Acting Chief Quartermaster, after which he was Director of Storage and Traffic of the Arm). In 1955 General Wood was elected to the Merchandise Mart Hall of Fame. He was cited for developing the concept of the suburban shopping center, for his introduction of American mass distribution techniques into international commerce, and for his enlightened outlook on labor-man- agement relations. A result of General Wood ' s ingenuity. 14

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ABNER DO! BLEDAY Class of L842 Vthletics Vlthough cadets frequently see in the future the possi- liilily for great accomplishments. Aimer Douhleda) insured himself of undying lame while still at the icademy. In the Spring Hi 1839, at C ooperstown, New York, liis ingenuitj produced the Greal American Pastime. The universal popu- larit) of baseball toda) is largel) the result I the contribu- tion nf the youth who one hundred and twenty years ago codified its present rules. General Doubleday ' s professional record was commend- able: he fought gallantly in both the Mexican and Civil Wars. and he had the distinction of aiming the first Union artillery piece in the defense of Fort Sumter. His greatest contribu- tion, however, was that for which he is enshrined at the Baseball Hall of Fame — he was the originator of a sport that has become an integral part of our American tradition. The national pastime today and in the past. 13

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doi glas i i;nu i; Class of 1903 Militarj We immediately associate General Mac Arthur with mili- tarj excellence: hi brillianl record reflects a lifetime I devoted service and outstanding leadership. During World War I. after helping to Eorm the glorious Rainbow 1 i i - sion , he became the youngest Division Commander of l he U. S. Army. After that conflict he became Superintendent of West Point, and then Chid of Staff of the United States rm again the youngest officer ever to hold these posi- tions. Although be retired from the American Army lo assume the leadership of the 1 ' hilippine Army, to which he contributed considerably, he was recalled by the United States at the outbreak of World War II. As Commander of the Far East Theater he was instrumental in the successful termination of an arduous campaign. The war ended, and General Mac Arthur assumed the responsibility for the dif- ficult and delicate task of rebuilding ever) aspect of war-torn Japan, a task he accomplished, as the Japanese people will affirm, with the success that characterizes genius and love of humanity. The Congressional Medal of Honor and innumerable decorations from other countries are tangible recognition of his dedicated life. He has also been rewarded by the love and respect of mankind — a far greater tribute to a great man. 15