Phillips, Thomas D. Taking Command

America's Unsung Military Leaders, Innovators, and Difference Makers Since World War II

From the general who led the Berlin Airlift to success to the mastermind behind the operation that killed Osama bin Laden, Taking Command reveals the remarkable stories of 24 unsung military leaders who changed the face of America's armed forces. These commanders didn't just follow ordersthey revolutionised warfare through innovation, unconventional thinking, and sheer determination. Through portraits of these extraordinary leaders, readers will learn: How Tonnage Tunner transported 1.8 million tonnes of supplies during the Berlin Airlift; Which Navy general lost his career due to his controversial Vietnam tactics but proved to be a visionary; How Admiral McRaven's leadership principles extend far beyond his famous Make your bed speech; The untold story behind the commander with the slogan Be All You Can Be who later led the invasion of Panama. This work by retired Air Force veteran Thomas Phillips is both an important missing chapter in American military history and a master class in leadership under pressure. For anyone interested in military strategy or understanding the qualities of exceptional leadership, Taking Command offers an unparalleled insight into the mindset of America's most innovative military commanders.