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Introduction
The purpose of the following report is to describe the events of Colonel David Hackworth’s military life as described in his book “About Face.” Particular attention throughout the content of this paper will be given to the retired Colonel’s achievements and leadership performances throughout the Korean War. ... Through the content of this paper the reader will learn the history of Colonel Hackworth, his many awards and achievements, as well as his leadership dimensions in battle and through various situations during the Korean War. ...
History
Colonel Hackworth started his career in the military at a very young age. With WWII at a close, Hackworth was only approaching his young teens. ... His excellence continued up to Vietnam where he was that wars youngest full bird Colonel.
Colonel Hackworth has contributed his service from the end of WWII to the meltdown in ex-Yugoslavia. ... His books include The Vietnam Primer, About Face, Hazardous Duty, The Price of Honor, and Steel My Soldiers Heart’s (www.hackworth. ...
The diverse career of Colonel Hackworth is important for credentials; however, his many awards, medals and achievements are the backbone to viewing Hack as a great officer, leader and soldier. As the recipient of over 111 medals the Colonel has received every medal for valor except the Medal of Honor. ... Command wanted “at the time” Captain Hackworth to take a platoon of Raiders to assault the hill and take back the key terrain. ... It seemed to be a hard mission but Hackworth agreed because it was an order (178-180).
The initial briefing was received three days out, so Hackworth went out for a visual recon with key Raider leaders on the morning of Day 1. ... Hackworth wasn’t so sure and needed more intelligence before he could makeup a battle plan. ...
I felt that through this part of the mission Hackworth demonstrated excellent planning, tactical, and technical skills. ... Although they only had three days until the attack, Hackworth was sure to be certain that he developed a plan that was able to best guarantee the safety of his men. ... Hackworth showed great personal courage when he crawled up to a sleeping Chinaman and slit his throat personally. ... One of his soldiers did choke up and refuse to go further but Hackworth persuaded him not to risk the lives of his men while he held a knife to the soldier’s throat. ...
The movement up the hill continued but when they reached the enemy trench system one of Hackworth’s key leaders reported that the plan would have to possibly change due to heavily fortified enemy positions just beyond them. Just as Hack was about to reassess the situation, the hill exploded.
Approximate Word count = 2194
Approximate Pages = 8.8
(250 words per page double spaced)
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