Published May 13, 2023

Jocko Podcast 385: The Code of Combat: Moral, Ethical, and Legal Leadership and Conduct in War.

Jocko Willink and Leif Babin delve into the complex moral, ethical, and strategic dimensions of warfare, exploring the challenges of ethical leadership and decision-making in combat, adherence to rules of engagement, and effective utilization of military strategies like sniper overwatch and counterinsurgency to maintain control and safeguard civilians.

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Jocko Podcast 385: The Code of Combat: Moral, Ethical, and Legal Leadership and Conduct in War.

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Leadership Clarity

War Trophies

War Trophies Controversy

Maintaining the Moral High Ground

Unexpected Intruder

Taking Ownership

Military Codes and Ethics

Human Shields, Tactical Decisions

Deadly Mistakes

The Cost of Civilian Casualties

Lessons from Battle

Capturing Memories

Solving Construction Company Issues

Leadership Lessons

Sniper Training

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Ethics in Warfare

Leadership Clarity

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Jocko Podcast 385: The Code of Combat: Moral, Ethical, and Legal Leadership and Conduct in War.

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Ethics in WarfareJocko Willink and Leif Babin explore the moral and ethical dimensions of warfare, emphasizing the importance of maintaining ethical superiority. They discuss the impact of military operations on civilian populations and the strategic objectives involved.

Ethics in Warfare

Leadership Clarity

Combat StrategyThe discussion shifts to the strategic setup and utilization of sniper overwatch positions and counterinsurgency efforts in combat. Leif Babin and Jocko Willink share insights on maintaining control, engaging the enemy, and securing the populace.

Combat Strategy

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