Taking Command: America's Unsung Military Leaders, Innovators, and Difference Makers Since World War II
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From the general who made the impossible Berlin Airlift succeed to the mastermind behind the raid that killed Osama bin Laden, Taking Command unveils the remarkable stories of twenty-four unsung military leaders who transformed America's fighting forces. These commanders didn't just execute orders— they revolutionized warfare through innovation, unconventional thinking, and sheer determination.
Through portraits of these exceptional leaders, readers will discover:
- How "Tonnage Tunner" moved 1.8 million tons of supplies during the Berlin Airlift
- The Marine general whose controversial Vietnam tactics cost him his career but proved prescient
- How Admiral McRaven's leadership principles extend far beyond his famous "make your bed" speech
- The untold story behind the "Be All You Can Be" commander who later led the Panama invasion
Written by retired Air Force veteran Thomas Phillips, this compelling narrative serves both as a vital missing chapter in American military history and a masterclass in leadership under pressure. For anyone fascinated by military strategy or seeking to understand the qualities of exceptional leadership, Taking Command offers unprecedented access to the minds of America's most innovative military commanders.
The book, Taking Command: America's Unsung Military Leaders, Innovators, and Difference Makers Since World War II [Bulk, Wholesale, Quantity] ISBN#9780811777278 in Hardcover by Thomas D. Phillips may be ordered in bulk quantities. Minimum starts at 25 copies. Availability based on publisher status and quantity being ordered.
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- Publisher
- Globe Pequot Publishing
- Author
- Thomas D. Phillips
- Format
- Hardcover
- Published
- Sep 2, 2025
- ISBN-13
- 9780811777278
- ISBN-10
- 0811777278
- Pages
- 320
- Carton quantity
- 20 copies
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