From freedmen and fearless women who took up arms, to unlikely leaders in the newly formed Continental Army and Navy, these Patriots vowed "no quarter" to the Crown. And we’re so grateful they did. Check 'em out 👉 https://bit.ly/4bqaKzt
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What is the difference between thinking tactically and thinking strategically? Everett Dolman defines thinking tactically as seeking culmination while thinking strategically seeks continuation. Thinking tactically seeks a conclusion and forces an adversary into limited options. It could also be organizing your group's means only towards a given "end." Thinking strategically seeks continuation. It seeks a position that provides a continuing advantage and keeping multiple options available. For me, the visualization of a tournament bracket to demonstrate tactical thinking and its reversal to understand strategic thinking was helpful. Business Strategy
SAMS on the Minute. An AMSP student presents Pure Strategy by Everett Dolman. Another SAMS classic that gives tactical minded students "a red pill" where they tumble down the rabbit hole. U.S. Army School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS) Andrew Morgado Kirk Dorr James Greer Jacob Mauslein, Ph.D. Dan Fullerton
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To understand the rank of Fleet Admiral, one needs to consider the context of World War II. The United States was working alongside Allies who had higher ranks like Field Marshals and Fleet Admirals, which were superior to American ranks. To ensure American senior officers were not outranked, the United States established the ranks of Fleet Admiral and General of the Army, both five-star ranks. In total, nine men held these ranks. For the Navy, they were Nimitz, Halsey, King, and Leahy. In the Army, the five-star generals were Arnold, Eisenhower, Marshall, MacArthur, and Bradley.
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#BentonFoundry History Part 3: This quarter’s article discusses Newton’s son, Herbert, and his sons, Roy, Alfred, and Stanley. The business had gone from a local operation to out-of-state and out-of-country. During World War II, they made 75-millimeter shells, about 2,500 per day for three years, in support of the war effort. Also, stove tops for the Army and for the Liberty ships of the Navy were made at the foundry. Read the article here: https://buff.ly/3oDI1oj. #castings
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I really enjoyed this documentary film by Aaron Gunn and the conversation with Lt.-Gen. (retd.) Michel Maisonneuve, who spent 35 years in the Canadian Armed Forces and 10 more as academic director of Royal Military College Saint-Jean. It is an absolute shame what this Liberal government has done to our military and to our veterans. #veterans #veteransupport
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How often do you meet a 4-star U.S. Army General? I asked a 42-year military veteran: - The greatest lesson he learned throughout his career in the military. - And the best financial and networking advice he would give the younger generation.
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To be clear… The message here is not, “me first,” but “Don’t forget yourself!” We funnel ourselves into the machine and often lack self-care and awareness. Because of this we often find an environment that lacks compassion, empathy, and togetherness. An environment that evolves around results and false images. Instead of fostering a toxic environment due to self-induced despair, build a space for connectedness. Running behind promotion and money is okay, but what is all the status and money and no peace for self, or memories of how you got to the results? As a leader, I’d rather my troops find peace in their personal life that resonates with their work, which builds a stronger bond in the daily experiences of each other than being lost in the “high stakes” of results and losing the ones to their left and right. Strength isn’t all bronze, being well-rounded is the optimal solution to overall success.
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"All but one of you will retire one rank lower than you think you deserve." We sat there stunned. Why was Secretary of State Colin Powell saying this to 1,400 highly ambitious Officers at one of the Army's War Colleges? Were we not "good enough?" He let the moment sit... Almost uncomfortably. Then, like the servant leader who'd cared for millions of Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, and Marines, he delivered the punchline. "So don't make every decision in your life around promotions... Think about your whole self; family, faith, physical health, future... Live a full life and I know you'll be even better Officers." Hoping these thoughts resonate with anyone contemplating their next steps.
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Important day and a strong message delivered across the Maritime and Defence Industry. An improvement of the lived experience is desperately needed to encourage more personnel to join a thriving and exhilarating sector. Government’s 2050 Maritime Strategy is for 30% of the workforce to be female. Currently most organisations struggle to see double figures (standfast Royal Navy). We still struggle to see inclusion across the workforce with women frequently seen as being ‘less’ or a ‘nuisance’ through wishing for both family life and careers. The two are not mutually exclusive. I was one of those in my 20s who felt I just wanted to get on with my job and that everyone should be treated equally without getting involved in female specific organisations. I didn’t want to rock the boat and threw scorn on those who did. Now I am the one with humble pie finding myself with both childcare and career requirements. In the UK Merchant Navy >92% identify as white British male, more work needs to be done. I am proud of the work I do within the RFA as well as what I achieve in my seagoing career. It is better to inspire, empower and promote inclusion across the workforce to be stronger together.
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Veterans of 4 different wars from the same town of Geary, Oklahoma, 1940’s. From top left to bottom left, clockwise: Pearl Perry “Jack” Johnson (1923-1997) born in Davis, Oklahoma. WW2 veteran. Registered for the draft in June 1942. Hilyeard H “Red” Young (1895-1965). Born in Texas, WW1 veteran, owned a barber shop in 1940. Andrew Jackson Everist, Sr. (1849-1945), born in Iowa, served in the Illinois 57th Regiment for the Union in 1864-1865 at the age of 15-16. The medal he’s wearing is the Gettysburg 75th Reunion Veteran’s Medal, but it was given to both Union and Confederate vets. Oscar P Ruth (1872-1961). Born in Illinois, Spanish-American War veteran. Self-employed electrician in 1940.
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Happy Birthday Aaron, George, and Ronald! February 6th is the birthday of three well-known figures in American history: - Aaron Burr (1756) - George “Babe” Ruth (1895) - Ronald Reagan (1911) One item most don’t realize they have in common is military service. Burr – thanks to the Broadway hit, we remember he killed Alexander Hamilton in a duel. Often forgotten is his service in the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. If today’s rules were in effect then, he would qualify as a #Veteran. Ruth – best remembered for his home runs as a member of the Evil Empire (I mean New York Yankees), he also was a member of the NY National Guard. Ruth enlisted in the 104th Field Artillery Regiment in May 1924. Other than ceremonial appearances, it’s not clear he did enough to technically qualify as a #Veteran. Reagan – actor and two-term President, Reagan served in the Army during WWII, earning #Veteran status. Primarily serving in public affairs, he completed his service as a Captain. As Commander-in-Chief, Reagan signed the law elevating the Veterans Administration to a Cabinet-level department in the federal government on October 25, 1988. Implementation was delayed until March 1989, so the next President – Navy Veteran George H.W. Bush – could nominate the first Secretary. Best wishes to all the Veterans who celebrated their birthday yesterday. You’re in good company. #VHV | Veterans Helping Veterans #Happiness #Future
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LtCol Scheller is spot on. 28 of the 34 recently retired four-star U.S. military officers went to work for the arms industry, a revolving door that drives soaring profits and near-record military spending. "The revolving door is a problem because it creates the appearance—and in some cases the reality—of conflicts of interest in the making of defense policy and in the shaping of the size and composition of the Pentagon budget." Beyond the $200k+- pension for life, many General's also finagle 100 percent VA disability benefits - because of their rank and influence. These perfumed princesses developed a military culture where they are untouchable and beyond scrutiny.....as evident by their piss poor performance in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kabul Debacle.... We have undoubtedly the best military with unmatched equipment and superior troops....but we lack the senior military leadership. Lions led by self-serving Sheep. General's (and politicians) should be barred from holding shares and working for the MIC, defense related corporations, foreign governments....for 5 years after retirement.
Talked to Ramaswamy about the corruption in America's senior military ranks. The American military is rotting from within. While General Mattis (General Dynamics), General Dunford (Lockheed Martin), and other prominent military personalities profit off war and the efforts of young enlisted service members, people like Ramaswamy bring attention to the problems. It was cool meeting him.
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