The Shock of Spin Free Honesty

Thankfully Hackworth left us with this story of his life, primarily in the US Military. We struggle to accept the dichotomy of his courage and effectiveness, presented without spin. It is the absence of spin that makes us most uncomfortable in that we still cling to the belief that the process of killing in war can be made civilized. Hack of course compounds this with his nocturnal adventures. Others are offended by his willingness to offend so much of what senior military officers hold dear.

If you read only one book this year make it, About Face.

I read About Face several years ago now. It is a long read and you will find yourself emursed in the life of this man we come to know as Hack. I emailed this man several times and he always responded back. He has sinced died and America has lost a son. This book is the best read ever if you have a patriotic bone in you don't miss it.

As a soldier, Hack is my hero

Hack told it like it is. We had a batallion commander like him a couple of years ago. If you read the Book "Heavy Metal" Then you would know who it is. In this book hack always had the soldiers by his side. Something officers in todays army dont have. He always knew how to work the system for the benefit of his men. Something today few officers or nco's are willing to do. As a soldier this is my leadership handbook. If civilians want to know how the army works today read this book. Eventhough this book is based on the 50', 60' and 70's I still find officers and nco's today doing what they did 30 to 40 years ago. Once you read this book your outlook on the Army will change. RIP Hack!