A biography of one of the most visible, respected, and popular military leaders of our time.

Includes index.

A clear sense of family -- Lead by example -- The army and Alma -- War in Birmingham, war in Vietnam -- Valor without victory -- Opportunities -- Personal and professional judgment -- Conduct and crisis in Washington -- God and country -- A complete soldier -- Desert Shield, Desert Storm -- The warrior's reluctance -- Powell, politics, and the presidency -- Sacred honor.