Education and Leadership in Prisoner of War Camps

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This chapter explores the remarkable efforts of POWs to establish an education program in captivity, highlighting their dedication and resourcefulness in offering a high-quality learning experience. It also delves into the challenges faced by POWs interpreting a code of conduct, emphasizing the importance of leadership and resilience in extreme circumstances. The conversation extends to leadership principles, discussing the balance between achieving results and fostering relationships for effective leadership.

Leon F. "Lee" Ellis (born October 9, 1943) is a retired United States Air Force colonel, award-winning author, speaker, and consultant.^[1] Ellis gained notoriety when, as a fighter pilot in the Vietnam War, he was shot down, captured, and spent 5+1⁄2 years as a prisoner of war in Hanoi and surrounding areas with former presidential candidate and Senator John McCain (R-AZ) and others.^[2] His capture occurred on November 7, 1967, and he was released on March 14, 1973.^[3] He was one of the youngest, junior members in the camps.^[2] Ellis is an international speaker and consultant on the subjects of leadership and human performance.