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Taking Command: America's Unsung Military Leaders, Innovators, and Difference Makers Since World War II

Taking Command: America's Unsung Military Leaders, Innovators, and Difference Makers Since World War II


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Beyond the pantheon of Patton, Eisenhower, MacArthur, and Nimitz lies an untold story of military genius — the innovative commanders who stepped from their shadows to shape modern warfare from the Cold War to the War on Terror. 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.

About the Author :
Thomas Phillips served in the U.S. Air Force for thirty-six years. Among other postings, he directed the Military Readiness Center during Operation Desert Storm and led some of the first American troops into Sarajevo. He lives in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Review :
“Recommended for all military history collections for its breadth of coverage, its focus, and bringing some obscure but compelling leaders to life.”


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9780811777285
  • Publisher: Stackpole Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Stackpole Books
  • Height: 229 mm
  • No of Pages: 320
  • Returnable: N
  • Returnable: N
  • Sub Title: America's Unsung Military Leaders, Innovators, and Difference Makers Since World War II
  • ISBN-10: 0811777286
  • Publisher Date: 02 Sep 2025
  • Binding: Digital (delivered electronically)
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
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  • Spine Width: 29 mm
  • Width: 152 mm


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