by General H. Norman Schwarzkopf
First published 1992
General H. Norman Schwarzkopf opens his life story with characteristic bluntness. He traces his path from early military service through his rise to become commander of Allied Forces in the Gulf War. Schwarzkopf examines the experiences that forged his leadership style and the principles of duty, honor, and country that guided his decisions. He recounts the adventures and challenges that tested his character throughout his military career. The general reflects on the emotions and events that shaped his beliefs as an American officer. He offers readers an unvarnished look at the man behind the uniform, revealing how personal conviction and moral force enabled him to earn the respect of an entire nation during a critical moment in history.
Genres: biography, 20th-century, american, autobiography, biography-memoir, 21st-century, military-history, american-history
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: memoir, military-service
Period: 20th-Century, 21st-Century
530 pages · Library Binding · Bantam