Field Marshal Sir William J. Slim - Paragon of Moral and Ethical Courage

摘要

Field Marshal William J. Slim is known by many as one of the most persevering,triumphant, and yet caring leaders of this century. His accomplishments, particularly those in the Burma campaign during World War II, received much well deserved commendation. This paper looks closely at Field Marshal Slim's ethical development and leadership during his younger years, his senior leader years, and his later years. The examination shows the value of maintaining high ethical and moral standards, and how high standards can build a courageous organizational bond between soldiers that can prevail in the face of insurmountable odds in war and peace.