Soldier/Statesmen: Do They Matter?

Abstract

This essay explores the history, importance, and relevance of the soldier/statesman. Using pertinent examples from Alexander the Great to General Eisenhower, historical lessons of the soldier and statesmanship emerge and add to the analysis and discussion in the contemporary debate. Comparing the failure of U.S. efforts in Vietnam to successes in the Gulf War, a clearer picture of the importance of the soldier/statesman comes forth. The historical lessons from past soldier/statesman and the contrasting results in Vietnam and the Gulf War underscore the need for soldier/statesmen. The question that arises is, "What can we do to prepare soldier/statesmen for tomorrow's inevitable challenges?"

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1994
Accession Number
ADA288661

Entities

People

  • Rusty Findley

Organizations

  • National Defense University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Doctrine
  • Education
  • International Organizations
  • Law
  • Military Education
  • Military History
  • Military Science
  • Military Training
  • National Politics
  • National Security
  • Personnel Management
  • Social Sciences
  • Students
  • United States
  • Vietnam War
  • War Colleges

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