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Mentioned in 11 episodes
Once An Eagle
America's War and Peace
Book • 1968
The novel tells the story of Sam Damon, a soldier committed to honor and duty, and his lifelong adversary, Courtney Massengale, who advances through ambition and connections.
The narrative spans multiple conflicts, from the trenches of World War I to the jungles of World War II and the battlegrounds of Vietnam.
It explores the complexities of military life, leadership, and the personal sacrifices that accompany military service.
Through Sam Damon's journey, the book articulates profound lessons on service, ethics, and the realities of conflict, making it a tribute and a somber reflection on military life and universal themes of integrity, family, and sacrifice.
The narrative spans multiple conflicts, from the trenches of World War I to the jungles of World War II and the battlegrounds of Vietnam.
It explores the complexities of military life, leadership, and the personal sacrifices that accompany military service.
Through Sam Damon's journey, the book articulates profound lessons on service, ethics, and the realities of conflict, making it a tribute and a somber reflection on military life and universal themes of integrity, family, and sacrifice.
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Mentioned in 11 episodes
Mentioned by 

as a book read by most army officers of his generation, allowing them to refer to characters within.


Stanley McChrystal

219 snips
The Hard Truth About Character | General Stanley McChrystal (PT. 1)
Gifted the most by 

to young officers and NCOs as a good window into military life.


Stanley McChrystal

194 snips
#761: General Stanley McChrystal and Liv Boeree
Recommended by 

as a book about leadership.


Jack Carr

137 snips
How This Ex-Navy SEAL Turned A Book Into A $1M+ Empire - Jack Carr
Mentioned by 

to highlight the difference between a political and servant leadership approach in military leadership.


Brett McKay

68 snips
Leadership Lessons From Military Mentors
Mentioned by 

as a book that serves as a case study in leadership, highlighting its educational value.


Jack Carr

43 snips
Jack Carr on Writing, Becoming World Class, and Building Character
Mentioned as a hero of fiction by HR McMaster.

23 snips
The Eternal Optimist: H.R. McMaster on Combat, Faith, and Turning Down the Funk
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as books he read during his career.

General Randy A. George

16 snips
Write It Down: General George on Reflection, Reading, and Readiness
Mentioned by 

as an example of historical fiction that inspired 

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Jack Carr


Jeff Shaara

The Shadow of War
Recommended by Admiral McRaven as a book that talks about contrasting leadership styles.

How to Lead When Everything Feels Like It’s Falling Apart with Admiral William McRaven
Mentioned by 

when comparing Echelberger's leadership during the Buna campaign to the hero of this novel.


Peter Mansoor

MacArthur's Return to the Philippines, w/ Dr. Peter Mansoor (E43)
Recommended by 

as a similar book that experiences history through the eyes of different characters.


Jack Carr

Red Tide
Mentioned by the author to contrast army careers through characters.

The Warrior Myth
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as a fantastic leadership book comparing true servant leadership.

Chris Miorin

1122: Capital Allocation as a CFO’s North Star | Chris Miorin, CFO, Apexanalytix