Stanley A. McChrystal
American general and military leader
Born
August 14th, 1954
70 years ago
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United States
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A career military officer with extensive experience in special operations, commanded the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan. Developed counterinsurgency strategies that influenced military operations globally. Served as director of the Joint Special Operations Command, overseeing notable operations against high-value targets. Retired from the U.S. Army in 2010 and became a prominent speaker and author on leadership and national security issues.
Commanding the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan
Leadership of Joint Special Operations Command
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