Today's Generals Are Well-Trained, Ill-Prepared for Battle

Name: Today's Generals Are Well-Trained, Ill-Prepared for Battle
Uploaded: 2012-12-04T22:38:00Z
Duration: P424S
Description: During World War II, only 10 percent of trained generals were approved for active duty. Now, journalist Tom Ricks says, "Mediocrity is an accepted core value in the performance of generals." Ray Suarez talks to Ricks about his new book, "The Generals," which examines the history of U.S. military commanders.

Clip: 12/04/2012 | 7m 4s

During World War II, only 10 percent of trained generals were approved for active duty. Now, journalist Tom Ricks says, "Mediocrity is an accepted core value in the performance of generals." Ray Suarez talks to Ricks about his new book, "The Generals," which examines the history of U.S. military commanders.

Aired: 12/04/12

Rating: NR

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