I would love to see a comparison of the war records of political leaders. Would make a great book. Thinking about American presidents there were Poppy Bush, JFK, Eisenhower who actually saw WW2 combat. Ike was far removed from danger as a general and then Commander in Chief. Bush had his plane shot down near Iwo Jima and had to bail out. Jack had his PT boat sunk after which he swam for hours seeking to save his surviving crew.
I would love to see a comparison of the war records of political leaders. Would make a great book. Thinking about American presidents there were Poppy Bush, JFK, Eisenhower who actually saw WW2 combat. Ike was far removed from danger as a general and then Commander in Chief. Bush had his plane shot down near Iwo Jima and had to bail out. Jack had his PT boat sunk after which he swam for hours seeking to save his surviving crew.
That's a great idea.
I have some experience in military matters. Anyone who has those qualities on the WW1 western front is impressive.
Great article as always!