Honor means to hold with high respect or great esteem. On Veterans Day, we honor to those specifically who have served in the armed forces. But have you ever wondered how, exactly, you honor someone?
Julius Caesar (100 BC – 44 BC) was a Roman general and stateman who rose to become dictator of Rome. Today Caesar is still considered one of the greatest military commanders to have ever lived.
On Memorial Day we remember and honor the sacrifices of those who gave their last full measure of devotion to their country. Consider the people-centered lesson we can learn as leaders from those who serve (or have served) in a branch of the armed forces.
Hyman Rickover (1900-1986) was an Admiral in the US Navy and the original developer of nuclear propulsion. He served for a total of 63 years on active duty, making him the longest-serving naval officer.
Eisenhower (1890 – 1969) was a military officer, statesman and 34th President of the United States from 1954-1961. He served as the first Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and then as Supreme Commander of NATO forces.
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), also known as Alejandro Magno, was king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon. By the age of 30, he had created one of the largest empires in history. He was undefeated in battle and is widely considered to be one of the greatest and most successful military commanders to ever live.
Charlemagne (747-814) united the majority of Western and Central Europe during the Middle Ages. People call him the “Father of Europe,” and the Pope made him the first Holy Roman Emperor.