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The generals : American military command from world war II to today

The Generals: American Military Command from World War II to Today by Thomas E. Ricks examines the evolution of American military leadership from World War II to the present. The book highlights the stark contrast in accountability between WWII generals, who were often relieved for poor performance, and today’s leaders, who face fewer consequences for failure. Ricks introduces both exemplary and questionable figures, including Generals Marshall, Eisenhower, and O.P. Smith, showcasing their impacts on military command. The Korean War began a trend of tolerating mediocrity, which worsened during the Vietnam War, culminating in the My Lai massacre. This dark chapter prompted significant reforms that revitalized the U.S. Army at the grassroots level. However, Ricks warns that while operational effectiveness improved, strategic leadership still suffers from enduring challenges.

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355.0009272 RIC T
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New York : RM Books.,
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556 p. :il. , 23 cm.
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English
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9781594204043
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355.0009272
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