Posted on Mar 3, 2014
Has anyone read "About Face" by Col. David Hackworth?
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If you have read the book, what are your thoughts regarding Col. Hackworth's opinions of the military, how political influence impacts the military, and his overall leadership style? Hero or renegade?
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I read it and felt he was spot on in a lot of his views...definitely was outspoken and a renegade, definitely a hero as well.
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CPT Lance Cutsforth
And I believe the test of time has shown that his viewpoints were valid and true...
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Years ago. It's a classic. Since he was awarded a DSC and a few Silver Stars, I'd say he could be both a hero AND a renegade.
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CPT Lance Cutsforth
I tend to agree with you SFC C. I think there is validity to having a bit of both if it is focused on accomplishing the mission. Look at Patton, McArthur, Doolittle - even more recent guys like Col. Fontenot in Desert Storm...
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I'd say the most extreme combination of the two was dual MoH recipient USMC MG Smedley Butler.
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Funny you mention this. I've been meaning to re-read it (last read in 1999 or so, when I was a Lieutenant). I'm curious to know how I've changed in terms of my reception to it in the last decade or so. I'll admit my last reading left me torn.
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