James Mattis's Book Recommendations

James Mattis is a retired United States Marine Corps general and former Secretary of Defense, serving under President Donald Trump from 2017 to 2019. Mattis is known for his military leadership during the Iraq War and his command of U.S. Central Command, where he oversaw operations in the Middle East. He is widely respected for his intellectual rigor, strategic thinking, and emphasis on military ethics. After retiring from the military, Mattis has written books, including Call Sign Chaos, reflecting on his leadership experiences. His career has made him a highly regarded figure in both military and civilian leadership circles.

Books in the Collection

The Art of War

Sun Tzu, Sunzi

Boyd

Robert Coram

Alexander Hamilton

Ron Chernow

The Guns of August

Barbara W. Tuchman

A Peace to End All Peace

David Fromkin

My American Journey

Colin L. Powell, Joseph E. Persico

Sherman

B. H. Liddell Hart

The Boys in the Boat

Daniel James Brown

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