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Who saw Stilwell as a hard-charging but unprofessional officer?

  • His critics

  • His admirers

  • His subordinates

  • His peers

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Stilwell was a controversial figure in his time. His critics saw him as a hard-charging but unprofessional officer, while his supporters praised him for his toughness and dedication. Stilwell's reputation was also damaged by his clashes with Chiang Kai-shek, the leader of China during World War II. Stilwell believed that China needed to mobilize its military and resources to fight the Japanese, but Chiang was reluctant to do so.
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