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General Henry H. Arnold

Sources

http://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/factsheets/factsheet.asp?id=8526

http://www.historynet.com/general-henry-h-hap-arnold-architect-of-americas-air-force.htm

http://nationalaviation.org/arnold-henry/

Follower Attitudes and Behaviors

  • Gen. Arnold was influential enough to bring others into the war effort.

  • Gen. Arnold's dislike of second hand information allowed more open communication between command and HQ

A Forward Thinker

Influence Process

  • Gen. Arnold used his skill at flying to expand the US military aviation program vs. just using this for his own personal gain.

  • Wrote articles calling for adequate air forces to complete with the rest of the world - was promoted to lieutenant general and was included in all White House military meetings.

  • Under his command the US air arm flourished.

Objectives

  • Introduce General Henry Arnold

  • Analyze the leadership style of Gen. Arnold

  • Conclusion

Leader's Behavior

Conclusion

  • Cared highly for the development of the developing aviation within the military.

  • High level of organization enabled him to accomplish tasks at hand.

  • Worked and respected civilian engineers and scientists.

Introduction

  • Born in Gladwyn Pen. June 25th 1886
  • Nicknamed "Hap"
  • Entered West Point in 1903
  • Second lieutenant in the Infantry
  • July 6th 1911 won pilots rating
  • Married Eleanor Poole
  • Promotion to first lieutenant - April 10th 1913
  • Promotion to captain - March 1916

Introduction con.

  • Received temporary promotion to major - June, 1917
  • Temporary promotion to colonel - August, 1917
  • Returned to rank of Captain -1920
  • Promoted to major - June 1920
  • Promoted to five star general - December 1944
  • Retired from active duty - June 1946

Leader's Traits

  • Motivation - flight awards and promotions

  • Courage - from priest to West Point

  • Service - development of future airmen, and development of aviation in the service of the country.
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