The High Performance Podcast

E56 - General The Lord Richard Dannatt: The importance of moral and physical courage

Apr 21, 2021

General The Lord Richard Dannatt, former head of the British Army and expert in military affairs, shares gripping insights into leadership forged in the crucible of war. He discusses the moral complexities faced during his command in Bosnia while negotiating peace and reflects on the courage needed in high-pressure situations. Dannatt also delves into balancing military duty with family life, emphasizing integrity and adaptability. His personal journey, including overcoming a major stroke, highlights the profound lessons on resilience and the essence of effective leadership.

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Intro

2min

Courage and Complexity in Leadership

21min

Navigating Peace Amidst War

4min

The Intersection of Faith and Leadership

2min

Reflections on Courage and Survival in High-Stakes Situations

2min

Balancing Duty and Family in Military Leadership

27min

Reflections on Leadership and Commitment

2min

A soldier for forty years, Lord The General Richard Dannatt concluded his military career as the head of the British Army. Since retiring from active duty in 2009, he was Constable of the Tower of London until July 2016 and became an independent member of the House of Lords in 2011. He is an expert on military affairs and leadership, was awarded the Military Cross for bravery and persevered after a major stroke in 1977 to eventually become the Chief of General Staff.

During his tenure as Chief of General Staff, he called for better pay and conditions for soldiers, a reallocation of troops from Iraq to Afghanistan and brokered the agreement with the press that allowed Prince Harry to serve in Afghanistan. Lord Dannatt also played a key role in the formation of the charity Help for Heroes in 2007.

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