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Thoughts of a Philosophical Fighter Pilot
Book • 1995
This book is a compilation of James B. Stockdale's essays and speeches from the 1980s and 1990s, focusing on his experiences as a prisoner of war in Vietnam and how Stoic philosophy, particularly the teachings of Epictetus, helped him endure and thrive under extreme conditions.
It explores themes of character, leadership, integrity, and ethics.
It explores themes of character, leadership, integrity, and ethics.
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Mentioned in 5 episodes
Mentioned by Lt. Gen. Stephen D. Sklenka as a source of philosophical insights that helped him endure captivity.

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Lt. Gen. Sklenka on Staying in the Fight
Mentioned by
Jocko Willink in the context of
Col. Lee Ellis 's experiences as a POW alongside John McCain.



358: Out of Airspeed... And Ideas. With Airforce Fighter Pilot and Hanoi POW, Col. Lee Ellis.