Redefining Leadership and Moral Injury

This chapter explores the transformative impact of a battalion commander who enforced discipline and responsibility within a chaotic military unit, leading to improved effectiveness and unit cohesion. It examines the concept of moral injury among veterans, highlighting the psychological struggles that arise from the clash of personal and military moral codes, and the rising suicide rates linked to this issue. Through personal anecdotes, it emphasizes the necessity of community support, understanding, and alternative healing approaches to address the deep emotional scars of war.