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The Civil War brought about many things, such as revolution, justice, and tragedy, but it also birthed two truly great minds of their time. These individuals were Abraham Lincoln and Nathan Bedford Forrest. One led the North as president of the United States, while the other was a Lieutenant General of the Confederate Army. While both were brilliant and truly outstanding amongst their peers, one man truly outshined the other in regards to a stronger and more efficient leadership. While Lincoln faced more success in a national sense, Nathan Bedford Forrest clearly possessed more respected authority and was a stronger overall leader than Abraham Lincoln. Forrest’s methods may have been unorthodox and downright immoral, but at the end of the day he was feared by the Union and revered by the South. This is the true mark of a great leader. They should be respected by their followers and hated by their enemies. While the South ultimately lost the Civil War, the legacy of Forrest as a remarkable leader lived on, as he was immortalized in history and respected amongst his community.

The relationship that he worked on the most was with Jenny. Every time he got the chance he spent time with her and told her about the important things going on in his life. When Jenny left for D.C. Forrest showed her how much he cared for her. He gave Jenny the Medal of Honor that he had just received, and he said, “I got it just by doing what you told me to do.” (Zemeckis, 1994)

?When I was retarded I had lots of friends. Now I have no one. Oh, I know lots of people. Lots and lots of people. But I don?t have any real friends. Not like I used to have in the bakery. Not a friend in the world who means anything to me, and no one I mean anything to.? (174). This quote explains Charlie?s life at the peak of his intelligence. No one listens to him because they get bored and do not understand, but on the other hand Charlie is impatient while someone else is talking.

Lt Dan is a man who lived his life believing his soul purpose was to die in Vietnam and he completely accepted that, so when Forrest saved him he felt as if everything he did beyond that point had to actual purpose. When Forrest and Lt Dan are in the hospital recovering, Lt Dan in the hospital seems to just wallow in his own thoughts of being lost and empty with no purpose which is will stick with him for a good amount of time after the war. Forrest next sees Lt Dan after he was on a talk show and his appearance has drastically changed since we last saw him. Lt Dan’s appearance in this part of the movie gives a reflection into how he feels on the inside because he has grown his hair and beard out and looks somewhat dirty which shows that he doesn’t really care about his appearance anymore because he still feels lost,

My father cites the qualities instilled in him as a Scout as some of the most enduring and beneficial to him throughout his life. From an early age, he learned the value of respect, kindness, courage, and responsibility: traits which combine to

General Tommy Franks defines well practiced leadership and superior intelligence for combat decision making. His personal values and character define how all Army leaders should lead their men. General Franks practices the Army Values religiously and sets an example for courage and commitment. His successful accomplishments will be addressed in this essay, including how the Warrior Ethos and Army values were displayed by his decisions.

“A true man of honor feels humbled himself when he cannot help humbling others.” This quote was made in 1871 by one of the greatest generals and probably men in American History; Robert Edward Lee. Robert Edward Lee was a general in the American Civil War. He led his men and stood with them in each and every they were in and got many of them out safely.

As discussed by Military Times (2013), the constantly assess the following traits by continually knowing myself and seeking self-improvement every chance I get, along with being technically proficient in my duties while seeking responsibility and taking responsibility for my actions. I diligently work to make sound and timely decisions while setting the example for others to emulate. I closely monitor my personnel and look out for their well-being, while keeping them informed at all times. I always develop a sense a responsibility in my followers, ensuring each task is understood, supervised, and accomplished. I regularly find new and improved ways to build teams while employing them in accordance with their capabilities.

I had learned the art of being a big guy that could be tinier and quieter than a field mouse. I had learned my lesson and now began the practice of listening before speaking and it was worked wonderfully in my favor because I hadn’t received the wrath of any of my drill instructors. I started to realize that the military was teaching me valuable tools that would help me throughout my life, not just a means for me to survive basic training.

Another problem Lee had was that he was seen as a father figure to most of the men and treated them softly. Stuart was supposed to be gathering information for Lee, but instead he was out “joy riding” which left the Army of Northern Virginia basically blind as to where the North regiments were positioned. Longstreet said “When Stuart comes back you ought to court martial him” (82). However, Lee believed reproach, letting Stuart know how badly he let them down, would make him a good soldier. When dealing with Stuart Lee “spoke as you speak to a child” and wanted to reassure him. He treated Stuart softly (256-266). Lee’s age, failing health, and softness on his men was one reason the Army of Northern Virginia lost the Battle of Gettysburg.

In addition to the other physical objects, First Lieutenant Jimmy Cross carried compasses and maps, but also the heavy responsibility for the men he oversees. Lieutenant Cross’s main role as a leader should be that of a strong leader who gives his soldiers clear instructions for an advantage over the enemy, but Lieutenant Cross fails to demonstrate the clear ability required to fulfill that role.

In order to assess the character of Samuel Damon from Once and Eagle from a military point of view this paper will follow a rough format of the Leadership Assessment Report (blue card) used to assess Army ROTC cadets. As the assessment of Damon is being made Courtney Massengale will also be assessed in order to compare the two men’s leadership styles. The assessment of both will also show a contrast of what a good leader is from a poor one.

One of the most incompetent men in the outfit is Colonel Cathcart. He is a man who is obsessed with improving his own rank at any cost, including the lives of the men he commands. Throughout the story, Colonel Cathcart tries to think up of schemes that could get his picture in The Saturday Evening Post. " 'Maybe if we say prayers, they'll put my picture in The Saturday Evening Post' " (188). Throughout the novel, Colonel Cathcart also raises the number of missions needed to go home. He does this to make his unit look superior to others. He has no regard for the lives of his men, he only thinks of himself. Men like Colonel Cathcart become corrupt with power and crave more of it. They abuse their high rank to promote themselves. They are willing to sacrifice almost anything to make a small gain in power.

Leadership, according to the Army doctrine, represents individuals’ ability to influence people by providing purpose, direction, and motivation while operating to accomplish the mission and improving the organization (“Leadership” FM 6-22). However, the varying characteristics of individuals that the Army attracts may instill this doctrine in many different ways, leading to different representations of leadership. Some individuals choose to lead their subordinate in a stern matter, only displaying matured emotions and a “tough-loving” attitude to guide them in the right direction. Others

General Lee also understand that the ability to lead not only requires to lead by example and influence his men, it is also by trusting them