With more than three decades of military experience behind him, David F. Baucom is a retired US Navy Rear Admiral (RADM). In his free time, David F. Baucom enjoys reading, with a focus on works of history such as Mornings on Horseback. Published in 1981,David McCullough’s classic work focuses on Theodore Roosevelt, who set a model for forward-focused, altruistic leadership at the turn of the 20th century. The book is rooted in the history of the Roosevelt clan, which was made up of a number of old-stock Dutch families at the apex of New York society. Having arrived in Manhattan in the 17th century, the family had a reputation for reform-minded civic leadership and support for charity. Teddy Roosevelt grew up under the tutelage of Theodore, Sr., a bearded scion who was called ‘'Greatheart'' by his sister-in-law and appeared larger than life to his frail son. Hyperactive and prone to asthma attacks, the young future president was at first overshadowed by his athletic brother Elliot. He was thrust into a family leadership role by fate, as his brother grew prone to severe seizures, and he formed an internationalist world view through taking a Grand Tour of Europe with his family. Ambition ultimately led Theodore to the Badlands of the Dakota Territory, where he ranched cattle and began to plot a political pathway toward the Presidency.
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AuthorDavid F. Baucom has served in the United States Navy for nearly 35 years and holds the title of rear admiral. Archives
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