Category Archives: Military Leadership

Deadliest Year in Afghanistan

Yesterday we marked the seventh anniversary of the terrorist attacks on America. On the other side of the world, our troops were under attack in Afghanistan and the deaths of two more soldiers brought the number of Afghanistan fatalities to 113, making 2008 the deadliest year for our troops in Afghanistan.
FoxNews: 2008 Becomes Deadliest Year […]

Qualities of a Great General

1.  Tactically aggressive (loves a fight)
2.  Strength of character
3.  Steadiness of purpose
4.  Acceptance of responsibility
5.  Energy
6.  Good health and strength
//signed// George Patton
Cadet
U.S.M.A.
April 29, 1909

New Study Calls on Congress to Repeal Don’t ask, Don’t tell

Ladies and gentlemen, let me apologize for being a little behind on blog posts. I’ve been “recovering” from my trip to Washington, DC, last week and catching up on various tasks. That said, you must check out this report written by four retired flag officers - generals and admirals - declaring that DADT become history:
Report […]

A Grim Anniversary

Today is a sad day for me. One year ago today, one of my friends and former soldiers was killed in Iraq. There’s no political commentary for this entry. Just take a moment to remember someone you’ve lost. I never want anyone to be forgotten, so I’d like for you all to take the time […]

Pentagon to unveil new waiver process for recruits

This story comes to us from the Associated Press. I’ve written about the waiver situation before. To summarize my point-of-view, I hate to badmouth soldiers who are forgiven for their past wrongs. Isn’t forgiveness a Christian value? But I also think it still shows how silly the rational behind Don’t ask, Don’t tell is when […]