The chronology (timeline of events) concentrates on Robert McDonald's military career, but also includes significant personal events.

Before World War II
Covers the years 1919 to 1939

World War II
Covers the years 1939 to 1945

Between the Wars
Covers the years 1945 to 1950

Korean War
Covers the years 1950 to 1953

After Korean War
Covers everything after 1953