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29: Book Review. “Platoon Leader: A Memoir of Command in Combat”, James R. McDonough

Jun 29, 2016
Author James R. McDonough discusses his book 'Platoon Leader: A Memoir of Command in Combat' in this episode. Topics covered include selfishness and lack of compassion in leadership, the challenges of splitting up forces in combat, the gruesome toll of booby traps, and the balancing act of leadership in combat and business.
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