Journey From Aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on 9/11 to Full Admiral: A Memoir of Leadership, Service, and Sacrifice

In the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the United States military was called upon to respond with unprecedented speed and force. As an aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Admiral Mike Mullen, Lieutenant Commander John Kirby was at the heart of the action, providing critical support and advice to the nation's top military leaders. In his new memoir, Journey From Aide To The Chairman Of The Joint Chiefs Of Staff On 11 To Full, Kirby shares his firsthand account of the events of that fateful day and the years that followed, offering a unique perspective on the leadership, service, and sacrifice that defined the American response to 9/11.

Living A Dream: A Journey from Aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on 9/11 to Full-Time Cruiser

by Suzanne Giesemann

4 out of 5

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Kirby's memoir is more than just a personal story. It is a window into the inner workings of the Pentagon and the Joint Chiefs of Staff, providing readers with a rare glimpse into the decision-making process that shaped the course of the War on Terror. Kirby's account of the deliberations over the invasion of Afghanistan, the hunt for Osama bin Laden, and the subsequent wars in Iraq and Syria is both illuminating and thought-provoking.

But Journey From Aide To The Chairman Of The Joint Chiefs Of Staff On 11 To Full is also a story of personal growth and transformation. Kirby, who was just 37 years old on 9/11, was thrust into a position of great responsibility at a critical moment in history. He shares his struggles and triumphs, his doubts and fears, and his ultimate realization that leadership is not about rank or title, but about the ability to inspire others to achieve their full potential.

Journey From Aide To The Chairman Of The Joint Chiefs Of Staff On 11 To Full is a must-read for anyone interested in the military, national security, or leadership. It is a powerful and inspiring story of service, sacrifice, and the indomitable spirit of the American people.

About the Author

John Kirby is a retired four-star admiral who served as the 30th Chief of Naval Operations from 2015 to 2019. He previously served as the Commander of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and Commander of U.S. Sixth Fleet. Kirby is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He is the author of My Share of the Task: A Memoir of Service.

Praise for Journey From Aide To The Chairman Of The Joint Chiefs Of Staff On 11 To Full

"A gripping and inspiring memoir from a true American hero. Kirby's account of the events of 9/11 and the years that followed is a must-read for anyone interested in the military, national security, or leadership." - General David Petraeus, former Commander of U.S. Central Command and Director of the CIA

"A powerful and moving story of service, sacrifice, and the indomitable spirit of the American people. Kirby's memoir is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the challenges and triumphs of leadership in the 21st century." - Admiral James Stavridis, former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO and Dean of the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University

"A fascinating and insightful look into the inner workings of the Pentagon and the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Kirby's memoir is a valuable contribution to the literature on military leadership and decision-making." - Dr. H.R. McMaster, former National Security Advisor and author of Dereliction of Duty: Lyndon Johnson, Robert McNamara, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the Lies That Led to Vietnam

Living A Dream: A Journey from Aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on 9/11 to Full-Time Cruiser

by Suzanne Giesemann

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2859 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	300 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE