A Company with No Commander

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“The incoming commander should have made higher leadership aware of the poor command of Captain Sunny.”

A Company with No Commander

Military leadership profoundly influences any unit's effectiveness, morale, and cohesion. It is a blend of personal character, professional competence, and a deep sense of responsibility towards those who are led. Therefore, when leadership fails to meet these standards, it is incumbent upon those witnessing this failure to act and report it, regardless of their biases or loyalties. Such is the case with Captain Sunny during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM I. He, who had been entrusted with the lives and welfare of his soldiers, fell drastically short in his command responsibilities. After witnessing the magnitude of Captain Sunny's failures, this essay argues that the incoming commander should have reported them to the higher leadership, despite the...