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Title: Book on a questionable hero.
Review: Received the book as a gift with high expectations. John Boyd was unique within the Air Force for good reason. One has to credit his intellect with his E-M theory and OODA Loop. However, this does not qualify him for hero worship.His basic belief system seems to hinge on himself (either agree or you don't exist). He strives to achieve rank, and then, when not reaching his goal, declares that those above him have sold out. (Flipping off the USAFA Superintendant does not win support.) Discipline still counts in warfighting. Fighter pilots are extremely disciplined warriors.There is a huge difference in "simulated" and real combat. As an ex-USAF pilot, I let my hands do my talking. This is not "Maverick" from the movies, but Boyd fits the sterotype and it plays well in print.I'm left with John Boyd as an imperfect intellect. One who's ego destroyed his message and personal life. A man not to deify but to pity.
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