Reflections: The most inspirational military leader I know 10 Articles

by C. M. Erickson

The most inspiring military leader I ever met was Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Dan McElroy. The man never slept, never ate, and never stopped breathing military. Stories of him filtered through the Military Police Corps: leg...read more

by Kevin Noonan

Points of Leadership A sure sign of outstanding leadership is selflessness and the willingness to acknowledge those with whom you disagree. These are qualities that put the interests and well-being of others ahead of...read more

by Jerry Curtis

The most inspirational military leader America ever had died in 1885 at age 63 from throat cancer caused by a lifelong cigar smoking habit. He was Ulysses S. Grant, perhaps the most popular military leader of his age and t...read more

by Morgan Johnson

I have studied great military leaders throughout history and would love to mention one of them. George Washington, George Patton and Genghis Khan head my list of favorites. But the question is about leaders I have known...read more

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by Linda Braymiller

THERE'S LOVE IN EVERY LINE I have listened to many people interview men and women over the years. One of the key questions that seems to be asked is, "What key person influenced you the most in your life and why? Most ...read more

by Ted Sherman

Many World War II and Korean War veterans will angrily disagree with me, but I believe the most inspirational military leader in U.S. history is General Douglas MacArthur. True, he was a strutting egomaniac, a political me...read more

by Antonio Aguilar

I won't give you his name just to protect his privacy. I haven't spoken to him in years, but the Staff Sergeant I am telling you about was the finest Non-Commisioned Officer I have ever known, and probably the best leader ...read more

by Albert Aunchman

When we think of impressive military leaders, our list might include men like Douglas MacArthur, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Patton, or perhaps, Napoleon Bonaparte. I am going to forego the obvious, and tell you about a man who,...read more

by Erik M. Dell

I met a man by the name of John Stolarik when I first reported to the boat, he was our leading Petty Officer. While stationed on the boat, I was a nuclear mechanic and we were lovingly referred to as M-Division. Basicall...read more

by Mark Murphy

Over the years I have seen a great many bosses and managers come and go. Getting placed in a supervisory position isn't difficult; all you need is a little rank. Not all people in leadership positions are leaders. As a ma...read more