Jocko Podcast Jocko Podcast 2: Jocko & Echo (“About Face”, Mental Toughness, NewYears Resolutions?)
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Dec 28, 2015 AI Snips
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De Boer's Transformation
- Hackworth's book tells of Private Henry de Boer, labeled a coward for avoiding combat.
- Ironically, de Boer dies heroically, telling Hackworth to save himself.
Hackworth's Rebellion
- Hackworth, despite his decorations, rebelled against the Vietnam War's handling.
- He spoke out on national television, criticizing leadership and the war's purpose.
Combat Leader's Dichotomy
- Combat leaders face a deep dichotomy: caring for their troops while sending them into danger.
- Jocko suggests this dichotomy impacted Hackworth's anti-war stance.