In March 1918, after the Germans had displayed their strength in a series of successful offensives, Foch became supreme commander of the Allied armies. Charged with keeping them intact and holding back the Germans, he drew on a lifetime's experience as a soldier. In 1871, he joined the French army at 20, attended a war college and eventually became an instructor there. Forced out of retirement, he became a key French figure in World War I. In August 1918, Foch was named marshal of France.
The chairman of the board of RCA, and longtime Legionnaire, was honored for nearly 60 years of service to the radio industry, an immeasurable boon to the United States in both peace and war.
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The vice president and general manager of United Press International was honored for upholding 40 years of American journalistic traditions. A Legionnaire, he served in the Army in 1918.
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The editor of Parade was presented with the award for his groundbreaking coverage as the first Sunday-magazine editor allowed into the Soviet Union.
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The chairman of the board of NBC was honored for his long career of public service, and his work toward increasing public understanding of how America is shaped by world events and issues.
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