Physical courage under intense pressure, a balanced and thoughtful approach to risk-taking when time and circumstances permit, and a willingness to accept and impose accountability for victory and defeat: those three qualities are indeed a fine legacy passed from Decatur to the US Navy.
Admiral James Stavridis, USN (Ret.)

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Admiral James Stavridis, USN (Ret.)
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Admiral James Stavridis, USN (Ret.)

Admiral James Stavridis is a retired four-star U.S. naval officer. He is currently Vice Chair, Global Affairs and Managing Director of the global investment firm The Carlyle Group.
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