EPISODE 40
oN vALOR, bRAVERY AND cOURAGE
Mike and Jim examine courage, bravery, and valor. Can it be taught? We go over a few examples and also discuss the element of choice. There are some leadership/moral courage lessons in here as well.
Story about Air Force Cross recipient Thomas Newman
Sgt. Keaton’s Pitsenbarder Award (he was also on a later episode, found here)
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