In the movie “Saving Private Ryan,” Captain Miller’s morals clouded his judgment as a leader. Given Captain Miller’s mission to save Private Ryan, he would be unable to take a prisoner of war with him. His only options were to either execute him or let him go. Captain Miller made a poor decision to allow …
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Writing Prompt #5
Throughout wartime history, a vast array of Generals, Lieutenants, and Majors, have been wildly successful despite wildly different approaches to leadership. Throughout World War II and the movie “A Bridge Too Far,” Lt. General Browning proved to be a great leader with a successful regiment due to his relationships with his subordinates. Lt. General Browning …
FYSM #4
Major General John M. Schofield outlines how to be a great leader based on his experiences during the American Civil War. He says one must “inspire… desire to obey;” one must “[feel] the respect” of their followers; and one must not utilize “harsh or tyrannical treatment” to be a successful leader. Although my mom does …
GENERAL PATTON OR GENERAL BRADLEY
Throughout the movie “Patton,” the war effort in Northern Africa and Europe is explored through the leadership styles of two generals, Patton and Bradley. While support for World War II in the United States was reasonably unanimous, in order for the army to fight diligently, they needed powerful and influential leaders. However, time and time …
FYSM #2
As Major General John M. Schofield said, during his address to the Corps of Cadets at the U.S. Military Academy in 1879, “The discipline which makes the soldiers of a free country reliable in battle is not to be gained by harsh or tyrannical treatment.” In the movie “Glory,” Colonel Shaw struggles to lead his …
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