The lynchpin of Tet was the capture of Hue, Vietnams intellectual and cultural capital, by 10,000 National Liberation Front troops who descended from hidden camps and surged across the city of 140,000. What It Is Like to Go to War by K. Marlantes. Reading is a critical continuing action. Harpers Ferry in Virginia in the fall of 1859. To view the new CPRL Please Click Here. REF B IS MCO 1610.7A, PERFORMANCE EVALUATION SYSTEM. Book Title:. Recurring Logistic Problems as I Have Observed Them by Carter Magruder Fleet Tactics & Naval Operations, 3rd ed. by: W. Hughes. Team of Teams" by Stanley McChrystal, Chris Fussell, Tantum Collins and David Silverman, "The Warriors: Reflections on Men in Battle by J. Glenn Gray Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell John Boyd, The U.S. Marines, and Maneuver Warfare Marine! Now theyve written a guide to help readers make the most of our collective future. Commandant's Reading List - Student Life - Maine Maritime Academy Workman Just and Unjust Wars by Michael Walzer Little Book of Economics: How the Economy Works in the Real World by G. Ip One book that I always recommend is The Mission, the men, and me By LtCol Pete Blaber. The Changing Face of War by M. Van Creveld Commandant's Reading List - A Complete List - USMC OFFICER My New York Times bestselling graphic novel, The White Donkey, has been officially added to the Commandant's Reading List. As it was once wisely put, reading provides a better way to do business.. it doesnt always provide all the answers.. but it lights what is often a dark path ahead. Any book thoughtfully read sharpens the mind and improves on an individuals professional potential. USMC Reading List Retweeted. The Age of the Unthinkable: Why the New World Disorder Constantly Surprises Us and What We Can Do About It by J. Ramo (free audiobook) The Last Stand of Fox Company: A True Story of U.S. Marines in Combat by: B. Drury and T. Clavin. R 191935Z OCT 20 Hesitation Kills: A Female Marine Officer's Combat Experience in Iraq by: J. Blair. NARR/REF A IS MCO 1553.4B, PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION. The Forgotten Soldier by G. Sajer Constitution ", Leading from Anywhere The Essential Guide to Managing Remote Teams by David Burkus submitted by CAPT Gene McGuinness (CG-9324 FRC PM) via CDR Scott MacCumbee, CG-9 LDAC Co-Chair*not available via NavyOverdrive. Previous CPRL book titles will remain available under the heading Archive along with a list of significant national and Marine Corps related titles listed under the heading Foundational. Gates of Fire by S. Pressfield (free audiobook) Professional publications inform debate on current, topical issues of relevance to the Marine Corps and promote intellectual growth of the individual Marine. First to Fight: An Inside View of the U.S. Marine Corps by: V. Krulak. 2.b. ; winning the support of the indigenous population and when possible treating a defeated enemy with compassion and inclusion. The Copernican Revolution by T. Kuhn How are a mens grooming brand and frustrated stuck-at-work dads leading a revolution in masculinity post #MeToo? 3.e.11. 3.b.7. How do you handle pressure? The Defense of Duffers Drift by E. D. Swinton Each mission our service performs requires all rates and ranks working tirelessly in order to successfully function, serving as a backdrop for motivation and direction (our lifes task and purpose). In the early hours of January 31, 1968, the North Vietnamese launched over one hundred attacks across South Vietnam in what would become known as the Tet Offensive. Over recent years I have become increasingly concerned that Marines are not reading enough anymore. . I just read a great book on the qualities of a warrior The Warriors Manifesto written by Daniel Modell. War and the Soul: Healing Our Nations Veterans from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder by E. Tick Marine Air: The History of the Flying Leathernecks in Words and Photos by R. Dorr The list effective during the fall semester is based on grades earned during spring semester. Categories Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, by Angela Duckworth (Exploring the lives of West Point cadets, teachers in the toughest schools, National Spelling Bee finalist and other high achievers, the author focuses on the combination of passion and perseverance to achieve success.) With twentieth-century technology and its emphasis on speed and versatility, the rules of war and competition have changed. U.S. Buy The Leaders Bookshelf at Marineshop.net. Maneuver Warfare Handbook by W. Lind 3.b.3. Joker One: A Marine Platoon's Story of Courage, Sacrifice, and Brotherhood by Donovan Campbell If your not active, ( always active for 55 years now ), the first thing you do to catch up is go to YouTube ", TED Radio Hour Podcast, a co-production by NPR and TED submitted by LT Merrill Gutowski, CG-1 & DCMS LDAC, "This podcast curates several TED Talks per episode centering around a common theme, then explores deeper into that theme. Corps Values by Zell Miller Islands of the Damned by R. Burgin and B. Marvel (free audiobook) We have other books also that are interviews with former aviation commanders, mostly German, describing combat leadership in very tenuous political environment. The Education of a Reluctant Business Man. Warfighting (MCDP 1) by the United States Marine Corps, Battle Cry by L. Uris Once a Warrior Always a Warrior: Navigating the Transition from Combat to Home by C. Hoge (free audiobook) Played out over 24 days and ultimately costing 10,000 lives, the Battle of Hue was by far the bloodiest of the entire war. 3.b. Battle Leadership by Adolf Von Schell, "Chesty" by Jon Hoffman Free access to the books electronically can be found via Navy OverDrive by followingthese steps. Many are not reading at all. Constitution Military Professional Reading Lists - Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific The Power of Servant Leadership Operation Buffalo written by Keith Nolan would be most useful for Marine Infantry Officers to read in order to learn the hard lessons of not knowing the strength of your enemy and perhaps the over pursuit of a greater enemy force. West Courage After Fire: Coping Strategies for Troops Returning from Iraq and Afghanistan and Their families by K. Armstrong, S. Best, and P. Domenici ref b is almar 127/89 that established the . Comparing themselves to the most professional military organizations throughout history, Marines take great pride in being part of a thinking and learning organization. Chouinard also says is the book, Doing risk-sports has taught me another important lesson: Never exceed your limits. Countdown to Zero Day: Stuxnet and the Launch of the World's First Digital Weapon by: K. Zetter. Everything. Outliers by M. Gladwell (free audiobook) Hot, Flat, and Crowded by T. Freidman (free audiobook) When it ended, the American debate was never again about winning, only about how to leave. Commandant of the Marine Corps Reading List - DODReads Welcome to the 2022 Coast Guard Reading List, the annual collection of . Maneuver Warfare Handbook by W. Lind The USMA Commandant's Academic Year 2020 Reading List Additional West Point Reading West Point History The Long Grey Line- The American Journey of West Point's Class of 1966 by Rick Atkinson This book spans 25 years and follows three graduates during their cadet years, their time in Vietnam and the post war years. Lincoln on Leadership: Executive Strategies for Tough Times by Donald Phillips U.S. It forms the core of an expanded professional military education program that I expect to be overseen by Commanding Officers and unit leaders at every level. War Comes to Long An by Jeffrey Race, America the Vulnerable by Joel Brenner The Master Algorithm: How the Quest for the Ultimate Learning Machine Will Remake Our World by: P. Domingos. He suggests, too, what the country should do to address its dysfunctional politics, mounting debt, and the lack of agreement on the nature of its relationship with the world. Forgotten Warriors by T. Hammes Maneuver Warfare by G. Galvin and R. Hooker and watch every speech Gen. Mattis ever gave. Down Range: To Iraq and Back by B. Cantrell and C. Dean Revision of The Commandants Professional Reading List Send us an email hereand let us know. The Face of Battle by John Keegan 3.d.11. Nothing to Envy: Ordinary Lives in North Korea by B. Demick (free audiobook) The U.S. Army Chief of Staff's Professional Reading List In total, theNon-Obvious 2019edition features 15 all-new trends across 5 categories including Culture; Consumer Behavior, Marketing; Social Media, Media & Education, Technology; Design plus Economics; Entrepreneurship. Corps Values by Z. Miller Endurance: Shackletons Incredible Voyage is a bestselling book written by U.S. Leadership Harnessing Complexity by R. Axelrod and M. Cohen What do you leave behind you after youre gone? Be prepared to think. Stop 7907 The Starfish and the Spider by O. Brafman and R. Beckstrom (free audiobook). Supplying War by M. van Creveld, Counterinsurgency Warfare by D. Galula Reading List - SOC 3.c.10. The Revenge of Geography by R. Kaplan (free audiobook), 100 Years of Marine Corps Aviation: An Illustrated History by R. Kaufman Forester document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Heoric Leadership by C. Lowney (free audiobook) THE WHITE DONKEY added to the Commandant's Reading List American Civil War. Warfightingis an authentic American philosophy of action that will thrill the millions of fans of SunTzusThe Art of Warand MusashisThe Book of Five Rings. Command Culture by J. Muth Commandant's Reading List. What better advice to call on when the stakes are high and sensitivity just isnt going to work? A little outside the box, but more of a fun read (based on real events). One was a soldiers Soldier (yes it was Army Officers) and the other was more of a politician/privileged approach to promotion. The Power of Communication by H. Garcia ATP 4-93: Army Technique Publication about Sustainment Brigades. The Clash Between Islam and Modernity in the Middle East by B. Lewis, Airpower and Maneuver Warfare by M. van Crefeld What The All Blacks Can Teach Us About The Business of Life. Helmet For My Pillow by R. Leckie The Red Badge of Courage by S. Crane (free audiobook), Battle Cry by L. Uris ", "Let My People Go Surfing. Marine Corps Reading List This Kind of War by T. R. Fehrenbach If anyone can recall this book and author I would very much appreciate it. Forgotten Warriors by T. Hammes For the past 9 years, marketing expert and Georgetown University Professor Rohit Bhargava has curated his best-selling list of non-obvious trends by asking the questions that most trend predictors miss. 4. Landscape of History: How Historians Map the Past by J. Gaddis This Kind of War by T. Fehrenbach (free audiobook), Achilles in Vietnam by J. Shay Cybersecurity & Cyberwar: What Everyone Needs to Know by: P. W. Singer. Name:. This guide is intended to help Marines think about and discuss the books they read. OOHRAH Legacyis a unique, inspiring handbook for leaders in all fields, and asks: What are the secrets of success sustained success? Eastward to Tartary: Travels in the Balkans, the Middle East, and the Caucasus by R. Kaplan The leadership lessons are relevant to all aspiring and current leaders and often include inspiring stories of overcoming adversity. Marine Corps Gazette Advertising Events Foundation The MARINE Shop Professional Reading Resources that include the Commandant's Professional Reading List, recommended reading lists by Marine Corps leaders, and selected book reviews. John Browns Body is an epic written by Stephen Vincent Bent. Defeat into Victory by W. Slim Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Goodwin The Marines of Montford Point: Americas First Black Marines by Melton McLaurin The year's list focuses on the theme "connecting individual purpose to the Coast Guard's purpose." It was removed because some felt it advocated military elitism. 2,348 likes. InLegacy, best-selling author James Kerr goes deep into the heart of the worlds most successful sporting team, the legendary All Blacks of New Zealand, to reveal 15 powerful and practical lessons for leadership and business. Read it after reading the book it 3.d.7. Blink by Malcolm Gladwell, "Bloodlands" by Timothy Snyder Hot, Flat, and Crowded by Thomas Freidman The first battle book from Mark Bowden since his #1 New York Times bestseller Black Hawk Down, Hue 1968 is the story of the centerpiece of the Tet Offensive and a turning point in the American War in Vietnam. Maneuver Warfare by G. Galvin and R. Hooker Commandant's List :: Commandant of Midshipmen :: USNA As part of a small group of individuals that know why, I must say that even though it is tragic that he will not see the list, he has a strong grasping of what and how things should be done. Publication Date: 2006-11-20. We Were Soldiers OnceAnd Young by H. Moore and J. Galloway, Battle Cry of Freedom by J. McPherson (free audiobook) The Defense of Duffers Drift by E. D. Swinton A World in Disarrayis a wise examination, one rich in history, of the current world, along with how we got here and what needs doing. Maneuver Center of Excellence Libraries - United States Army While this may sound odd, suggesting this to the leadership of the Marine Corps, I submit that this style of leadership has always been around, no matter how gruffly they may try to hide it: In this document specifically concern yourself with Appendix C-1 that focuses on . First published in hardcover in 1984, this book has remained popular ever since with Marines of every rank. I have had some great leaders those that saw to their troops long before looking to self, who never would reveal how tired, cold, hungry they were but sought to shelter their troops from those same things. Excellent book. ", Mindset by Carol Dweck submitted by LCDR Zeke Lyons, Desk Officer, International Port Security Program, DCO LDAC, CG Change Agent, "Based on my own experience, I believe that improving yourself improves the Coast Guard and connecting with your own purpose allows you to connect with the Coast Guard's purpose. Forester The Marine Corps Reading list was recently published in ALMAR 023/20 and with some major updates. Future Sentinel: . Gray Revision of The Commandant'S Professional Reading Program The comprised list is what was published by the Commandant of the Marines Corps. Ripples of Battle by V. Hanson No Bended Knee by M. Twining Sources of Power by G. Klein As leaders, true leaders, our role should be that of mentors, coaches, teachers. An official website of the United States government, Assistant Commandant for Human Resources (CG-1), Civilian Human Resources, Diversity and Leadership Directorate (CG-12), Diversity and Inclusion Education and Awareness Program, Advisory Board on Women in the Coast Guard, Assistant Commandant for Engineering & Logistics (CG-4), Shore Infrastructure Logistic Center (SILC), Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation, The Office of Information Management (CG-61), Assistant Commandant for Acquisitions (CG-9), Surface Acquisitions Logistics Center (SALC), Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, 2022 Inspirational Leadership Award Winners, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. He challenges existing values that he observed embodied in the corporate world, including prioritizing short-term profit and growth over quality, sustainability, community, environment and health. Assault from the Sea: Essays on the History of Amphibious Warfare by M. Bartlett additionally, leadership and training for the fight although dry, is an outstanding book. The Leaders Bookshelf synthesizes their responses to identify the top fifty books that can help virtually anyone become a better leader. As Richard Haass explains, the election of Donald Trump and the unexpected vote for Brexit signals that many in modern democracies reject important aspects of globalization, including borders open to trade and immigrants. Warrior Mindset by M. Asken, L. Christensen, D. Grossman 5. You Are Worth It: Building a Life Worth Fighting For by: K. Carpenter. Neither the United States Marine Corps nor any other component of the Department of Defense has approved, endorsed, or authorized this product (or promotion, or service, or activity). 3.c.4. USAARMS Commandant's Reading List CHINA: Professional Reading for Maneuver Leaders - MCoE Combat Development Division Military Advisor Training Academy (MATA) Professional Reading List. Marine! Code Talker: The First and Only Memoir by One of the Original Navajo Code Talkers of WWII by: C. Nez and J. S. Avila. Ripples of Battle by Victor Hanson The Best of the Marine Corps' Reading Lists Leave comments for any books you would recommend to other Marines. The second path was navigated by many thinkers within the Marine Corps during a period of institutional soul-searching after Vietnam. The Marines of Montford Point: America's First Black Marines by: M. McLaurin. The Guns of August by B. Tuchman (free audiobook) In addition to the updated reading list, the Gray Research Center in coordination with the Brute Krulak Center for Innovation and Creativity has added new content to the CPRP to include the current podcasts, articles, and discussion guides. Including 10 More Years of Business Unusual" by Yvon Chouinard of Patagonia submitted by Jasmine Shanti, Diversity & Inclusion Communications Specialist, CG-1 LDAC, "It's about values driven decision making. American commanders refused to believe the size and scope of the Fronts presence, ordering small companies of Marines against thousands of entrenched enemy troops. Modern Strategy by Colin Gray Each Marine shall read a minimum of five books from the "Commandants Choice" or "Grade Level" sections each year. On 1 January, a follow-on ALMAR will be published that provides further detail. Please visit our shopping cart to submit your order. Here are the 46 books on the 2020 Marine Commandant's Reading List By Andrea Scott Oct 20, 2020 Lance Cpl. How do you train to win at the highest level? I have been using this list in my consulting business as I am a former active duty Marine. PDF United States Marine Corps Commandant's Professional Reading List Ghost Fleet by P. W. Singer and August Cole After several futile and deadly days, Lieutenant Colonel Ernie Cheatham would finally come up with a strategy to retake the city, block by block and building by building, in some of the most intense urban combat since World War II. Keep from All Thoughtful Men: How U.S. Economists Won WWII by Jim Lacey Buy A World in Disarray at Marineshop.net, American Foreign Policy and the Crisis of the Old Order. Smarter Faster Better: The Secrets of Being Productivein Life and Business by: C. Duhigg. PMA Commandant's 2022 Reading List; Porterville Military Academy Contact Us 900 Pioneer Ave Porterville, CA 93257 Phone: (559) 782-7300. Marine Corps,Warfightingis a worthy successor to SunTzusThe Art Of War. Currencys edition ofWarfightingfeatures interviews with famous former Marines including F. Lee Bailey, Ed McMahon, and Donald Regan. Facebook. r 161215z may 17 almar 015/17 msgid/genadmin/cmc washington dc dmcs// subj/revision of the commandants professional reading list// ref/a/msgid: doc/cmc washington dc mccdc c40 op/ymd: 20080125// Liddell Hart, Scipio Africanus: Greater than Napoleon, Several good reads on this list. Thinking in Time: The uses of History for Decision Makers by R. Neustadt and E. May, Ascent by B. McGhie Call Sign Chaos: Learning to Lead by: J. Mattis and B. The CPRL and related information can be found at https:(slant)(slant)grc-usmcu.libguides.com(slant)usmc-reading-list-2020. 3.d.10. Constitution With the Old Breed: At Peleliu and Okinawa by E. Sledge (free audiobook), Attacks by E. Rommel In 1989, the reading list was codified, and since then, each Commandant has issued their Commandant's Professional Reading List to improve Marines' understanding of the military profession, the nature of warfare, and develop decision-making and critical-thinking skills. What I am calling for is nothing less than a renewal of a critical aspect of our commitment to the profession of arms. Please email us atHQS-SMB-OfficeofLeadership@uscg.mil. Hammer From Above: Marine Air Combat Over Iraq by Jay Stout Overcoming Post-Deployment Syndrome: A Six Step Mission to Health by D. Cifu and C. Blake The Journal of Advanced Military Studies(JAMS) serves as a forum for interdisciplinary discussion of national security and international relations issues and how they impact the Department of Defense, the Department of the Navy, and the U.S. Marine Corps directly and indirectly. 3.b.5. In this riveting insiders chronicle, legendary Marine General Brute Krulak submits an unprecedented examination of U.S. Marines their fights on the battlefield and off, their extraordinary esprit de corps. The Killer Angels by Michael Shaara Forgotten Warriors by Thomas Hammes And what can we as individuals, companies and teams learn from them? Constitution Battle Leadership by A. They are meant to help Marines develop their personal and professional character. I was struck by how Captain Ficks account was consistent with the reporting about his platoon in Generation Kill, the book by a journalist who was embedded with them during the invasion of Iraq. Supreme Command: Soldiers, Statesmen and Leadership in Wartime by E. Cohen One Hundred Days: The Memoirs of the Falklands Battle Group Commander by: S. Woodward. Learning War: The Evolution of Fighting Doctrine in the U.S. Navy, 18981945 by: T. Hone. Corps Values by Z. Miller John Browns Body by Stephen Vincent Benet. 3.e.2. Little Book of Economics: How the Economy Works in the Real World by G. Ip Matthew Payne, from San Diego, reads a book for his loved ones during a United Through. Landscape of History: How Historians Map the Past by John Gaddis Faced with a period of fiscal austerity and an uncertain world, its more important now than ever before to dedicate time to read and to think. I recommend starting with the August 7, 2020 episode Our Relationship With Water, which serves as a great reminder of why environmental protection is at the heart of so much we do in the Coast Guard. I love TED Talks to hear a wide variety of purpose-driven people, which often revitalizes my own drive toward my own purpose. In fact, this has been at the top of my reading list for the past 10 years. Leadership and the New Science by Margaret Wheatly Forgotten Warriors by Thomas Hammes Marine Corps University Press is proud to be included inthis program with the following titles currently on the list. The Black Swan: The Impact of the Highly Improbable by N. Taleb Last Updated: Aug 11, 2021 10:42 AM. 3.d.8. By touching on the interviewees' personal and professional lives, the newsletters demonstrate how leaders find their own individual purpose andbecome successful in their respective organizations.". They sweep the sheds. One Bullet Away was a self-fulfilling script thats facts were questionable at best. With the Old Breed: At Peleliu and Okinawa by E. B. Sledge, Attacks by Erwin Rommel Our senior leaders have not emphasized the importance of reading. Military Power: Explaining Victory and Defeat in Modern Battle by S. Biddle War Made New by M. Boot, All Quiet on the Western Front by E. Remarque (free audiobook) My Men Are My Heroes by N. Helms Soldiers of God by R. Kaplan Feeding Mars: Logistics in Western Warfare from the Middle Ages to the Present by John Lynn Semper Fidelis, David H. Berger, General, U.S. Marine Corps, Commandant of the Marine Corps.//, REVISION OF THE COMMANDANT'S PROFESSIONAL READING PROGRAM, Date Signed: 10/20/2020 | ALMARS Number: 023/20, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. Black Hearts by J. Frederick (free audiobook) 2.a. The Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) Commandant's Professional Intermediate-Level Education Board (CPIB) convened on 7 September 2021 to select qualified officers to participate in intermediate-level.