Jocko Podcast 196: Make Peace or Die. Service, Leadership, and Nightmares. W/ Charles Daly.
Sep 25, 2019
In this engaging conversation, Charles Yu Daly, the author of 'Make Peace or Die,' shares gripping tales from his time as a Marine in the Korean War. He reflects on the harsh realities of combat and the emotional toll it takes on soldiers. Daly discusses themes of bravery, leadership, and the lasting impact of service on personal identity. He also intertwines poignant anecdotes of love and loss, revealing his journey from the battlefield to academia, emphasizing resilience and the importance of legacy.
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Uncommon Heritage
- Charles Daly's father was born in China to a doctor and an Irish nurse.
- His father was sent to Turnbridge and Cambridge for education, graduating in 1914.
The Great War
- Daly's father served in WWI, witnessing the horrors of trench warfare.
- His uncle Charlie was killed shortly after arriving at the front.
War and Marriage
- Daly's father fought in WWI, was wounded, and put down the Easter Rising.
- He later married Violet, the sister of a fallen comrade.