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Old 03-26-2008, 09:08   #12
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Originally Posted by Jack Moroney View Post
I agree in principle, however leadership styles for a successful 18A do not necessarily transcend service concepts of leadership. The caliber, expectations, skill sets, and demands of A-Team troops and beyond are a lot different, with some exceptions, than what you are likely to find elsewhere.
Absolutely.

I have even heard of occasional Merchant Marine grads going on to distinguished careers as SF officers.

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