george catlett marshall

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Noun george catlett marshall has 1 sense

Marshall, George Marshall, George Catlett Marshall - United States general and statesman who as Secretary of State organized the European Recovery Program (1880-1959)
--₁ is a kind of general, full general; statesman, solon, national leader

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George Catlett Marshall

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George Catlett Marshall was an American military leader and statesman who served as the Chief of Staff of the United States Army during World War II and later as the Secretary of State. He is known for his contributions to the Marshall Plan and his efforts in rebuilding Western Europe after the war.

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General George Catlett Marshall played a crucial role in shaping the outcome of World War II.
As Secretary of State, George C. Marshall developed a comprehensive plan to help Europe recover from the devastations of the war.
Marshall's leadership and strategic thinking greatly influenced the course of history.