About book Seal Of Honor: Operation Red Wings And The Life Of LT. Michael P. Murphy, USN (2010)
A powerful look into the honorable life of Lt. Michael Murphy, USN SEAL & a man who achieved the highest award in the military, the Medal of Honor, for his integrity, dedication, compassion, determination, courage & leadership. This book also provides a good glimpse into the lives of SEALs: the training, testing, perseverance, physical & mental determination, as well as the commitment to the team. These men form such a strong bond they are willing to die for each other, as was the case in this story's mission set in the rugged & unforgiving mountains of Afghanistan. What these men did is astounding. I came away with a clearer appreciation for the character, training & willingness to sacrifice each of the men possesses. It is an incredibly inspirational book, but not in the usual way books are inspirational. This is a real-life testament to the possibilities achievable by the human body & will & spirit. For those days I have a hard time mustering through, all I need to think is, 'Well, if they give that much, I can certainly give this much, which pales by comparison.'My thanks to all who serve to keep us free. This book is a factual presentation of the mission, the life, and the commitment made by our military, & in particular one very strong SEAL leader & his team. I am very grateful to have read this book. These men are the warrior elite. They are our role-models for courage, bravery, intelligence, commitment. I'm better for having read their story, I believe. (The book, 'Lone Survivor' is a good resource to accompany this one, as it gives the battle story as shared by the man who survived & could provide the details that led to Lt. Murphy being awarded the Medal of Honor. I read that one first.) Quotes I liked: (regarding Hell Week)....'taking the punishment handed out by the instructors; & trying not to think about what was to come, b/c more often than not it was the anticipation that destroyed the will to go on... He also had a clear vision of where he wanted to go in life. Having this vision made him less likely to fall prey to the mental & physical torture of BUD/S''Brave men have fought & died building the proud tradition & feared reputation that I am bound to uphold. In the worst of conditions, the legacy of my teammates steadies my resolve & silently guides my every deed. I will not fail.''Be passionate in the pursuit of excellence. Be cautious when working with those who are not. Never allow another man's attitude to jeopardize the mission. Look for the best in your teammates, not the worst. There are plenty of flaws within each of us. Look for the positive; help & assist with weaknesses.' This is a really great book, if you can call the story of a tragedy a good book. Not only do you learn about the true American hero Michael Murphy, but you learn about what it really takes to hold his position, how to get there, and my favorite parts are how to be a good leader (parts of the book that EVERY person in a leadership role should read). It is currently not on the Navy Reading List, but I think it would be a welcomed addition. Well told and a very detailed story.
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This is a fantastic book. Really gives you insite into what they went through.
—Marie_Anne
Must read. Please read lone survivor by Marcus luttrell first
—william
