{"id":2050745,"date":"2023-09-30T12:08:05","date_gmt":"2023-09-30T16:08:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/in-farewell-milley-calls-for-loyalty-to-constitution-not-fealty-to-any-person\/"},"modified":"2023-09-30T12:10:35","modified_gmt":"2023-09-30T16:10:35","slug":"in-farewell-milley-calls-for-loyalty-to-constitution-not-fealty-to-any-person","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/in-farewell-milley-calls-for-loyalty-to-constitution-not-fealty-to-any-person\/","title":{"rendered":"Milley urges loyalty to Constitution, not to individuals."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">16<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fin-farewell-milley-calls-for-loyalty-to-constitution-not-fealty-to-any-person%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2050745&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><blockquote>\n<h2>Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin&#8217;s Close Call in Iraq<\/h2>\n<p>In 2004, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, then\u200b the commanding officer of the 10th Mountain Division in Iraq, had a harrowing experience that showcased his dedication \u2064to his \u2063troops \u200band his\u2064 country. He joined\u200d one of his brigade commanders on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/scoop-brian-stelter-ate-his-feelings-at-mcdonalds-after-cnn-canned-jeff-zucker\/\" title=\"SCOOP: Brian Stelter Ate His Feelings at McDonald\u2019s After CNN Canned Jeff Zucker\">late-night run<\/a> \u200cto visit a \u200dwounded soldier in \u2064a hospital, taking the infamous Route Irish in Baghdad,\u2062 known \u2062as the most\u200d dangerous road in the world. Their\u2064 Humvee \u200bwas hit by an IED, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/no-time-to-die-settles-debate-daniel-craig-is-the-best-james-bond\/\" title=\"\u2018No Time To Die\u2019 Settles Debate: Daniel Craig Is The Best James Bond\">narrowly escaping death<\/a> or serious injury. This\u200c incident was \u2064just one example of \u2063Austin&#8217;s bravery and\u2064 commitment.<\/p>\n<p>During a change-of-command ceremony years later, Austin recounted the story \u200dand revealed that the\u2064 brigade commander, Gen. Mark Milley, had been blown up \u200dmultiple times\u200b before. This close bond between the two men would continue as they served together under both Presidents Donald Trump and Joe Biden.<\/p>\n<h2>Gen. Milley: A Hockey-Playing \u200bScholar<\/h2>\n<p>Gen. Milley, \u200bwho recently \u2062retired as the nation&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/illinois-dem-mocks-critics-of-critical-race-theory-bullies-afraid-snowflakes\/\" title=\"Illinois Dem Mocks Critics Of Critical Race Theory: \u2018Bullies,\u2019 \u2018Afraid,\u2019 \u2018Snowflakes\u2019\">highest-ranking military officer<\/a>, had a remarkable career that began as a tank officer and spanned eight divisions and special force units. He was known for his toughness and dedication, traits that he\u2064 developed as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/in-farewell-milley-calls-for-loyalty-to-constitution-not-fealty-to-any-person\/\" title=\"Milley urges loyalty to Constitution, not to individuals.\">standout prep hockey player<\/a> \u2064in Boston. Milley&#8217;s\u200d love\u200d for his \u200dhometown and his admiration for hockey\u200c legend Bobby Orr shaped his values and commitment to hard work \u200dand sacrifice.<\/p>\n<h2>Challenges and \u200dControversies<\/h2>\n<p>While Gen.\u200c Milley&#8217;s career was marked \u200bby numerous accomplishments, it\u200c was not without \u2063its \u200bchallenges and controversies. His tenure as Joint Chiefs Chair under the Trump\u2064 administration and the subsequent years saw him entangled with former President Trump and faced with criticism over &#8220;woke&#8221; policies in\u200b the military. Milley&#8217;s claims of thwarting a \u200bmassive\u2063 attack\u200d on\u200b Iran and his support for diversity, equity, and inclusion programs drew both praise and backlash.<\/p>\n<p>As Gen. Milley passed the torch to Air Force Chief of Staff\u200d Gen. Charles\u200d Q.\u200d Brown, the \u2062first black man \u200cto lead any branch \u200bof the U.S. military and serve as\u200b Joint Chiefs Chair, the ceremony focused\u2064 on the values that shaped Milley&#8217;s life. \u200bPresident\u2062 Joe Biden highlighted\u200b Milley&#8217;s Boston heritage, \u2063his love for maps, and his unwavering support for \u2062the\u200b Constitution.<\/p>\n<h2>Striving for a More Perfect Union<\/h2>\n<p>In his farewell address, Gen. Milley emphasized the importance of the Constitution and its role in\u2062 shaping the United States. He described it as a living experiment that guides \u200cthe nation&#8217;s pursuit of a more perfect union. \u200cMilley reaffirmed the \u200dmilitary&#8217;s commitment\u200c to protect and defend the Constitution, highlighting its significance as the moral North Star for all those who serve.<\/p>\n<p>As \u200dGen. Brown takes on the role of Joint Chiefs Chair, Gen. Milley expressed confidence in his ability \u200bto lead and adapt to the challenges ahead. The ceremony concluded with a powerful\u2062 reminder of \u200dthe military&#8217;s unwavering dedication to protecting the Constitution and the\u200c idea of\u2062 America.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How did Gen. Mark Milley demonstrate exceptional leadership skills during his time in Iraq?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Icer \u200band\u200b\u200b later led \u2063the 10th Mountain Division in Iraq. Before his military career, Milley was a standout student-athlete, excelling in both hockey\u2064 and academics. He\u200d graduated from Princeton University and went on to earn\u200b advanced degrees from Columbia University and \u2064the Naval War College. This\u200b combination of athleticism \u2064and intellectual prowess \u2063would \u200dserve him well in his military career.<\/p>\n<p>Despite his academic achievements, Milley was always drawn to the military. He recognized the \u200dimportance of military service and the\u2063 need for strong leadership. His dedication and determination were \u2062evident throughout his\u2064 career, \u2062as he continually sought to improve and excel in his \u2064role.<\/p>\n<p>During his time in Iraq, \u200cMilley demonstrated exceptional leadership\u2064 skills. He was known for his strategic thinking and his ability to make tough decisions under challenging circumstances. He led his troops with \u2064courage and empathy, \u200balways prioritizing their safety and well-being.<\/p>\n<p>After serving in Iraq, Milley \u2062continued to rise through the ranks \u200bof the military.\u2062 He held\u200d various command positions and gained a reputation as a capable and respected leader. \u2062In 2015, he was nominated by President Barack Obama to become the Chief of Staff of the Army, a\u2064 position he held until his retirement in 2021.<\/p>\n<h2>Austin and Milley: A Dynamic Duo<\/h2>\n<p>The close\u2064 bond between Secretary\u2064 of Defense Lloyd Austin and Gen. Mark Milley has been evident throughout their careers. They have served together in \u200cIraq and\u2063 have \u2064continued to work\u2062 side by side under\u200d multiple \u2062administrations.<\/p>\n<p>Austin&#8217;s close call in Iraq is\u200d just one example of the bravery and \u2063commitment that both \u200cmen have displayed throughout their military careers. They have faced unimaginable dangers and made difficult decisions, always \u2063putting the welfare of their troops first.<\/p>\n<p>Under \u2063the leadership of Austin and Milley, the \u2063United\u200d States military\u200b has continued to adapt to evolving threats and challenges. They have worked tirelessly to ensure the safety and\u2064 security of the nation, drawing upon their years of experience and expertise.<\/p>\n<p>As Secretary of Defense, Austin has emphasized the importance of diversity and inclusion within the military. He has made it a priority to address issues of racial inequality and intolerance, working towards a \u200bmore inclusive and \u200dequitable military that values the contributions of\u2063 all its\u200b servicemembers.<\/p>\n<p>Milley, on the other hand, has been vocal about the need for a strong and modern military. He has advocated for increased funding and resources, recognizing \u2064that the military must be prepared for future conflicts \u200dand\u2062 challenges.<\/p>\n<h2>A Legacy of Service<\/h2>\n<p>Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and Gen. Mark Milley have\u200b left an indelible mark on \u200dthe United States military. Through their leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment, they have ensured the safety and\u2064 security \u2064of the nation.<\/p>\n<p>The \u2062close call in Iraq serves as a powerful \u2062reminder of the sacrifices \u200dmade by our\u2063 military leaders. Austin and Milley have risked their lives for the sake of their troops and\u200b their country. Their bravery and resilience in the face of \u2063danger \u200dhave inspired those around them and earned them the respect and admiration of their colleagues.<\/p>\n<p>As they continue to serve in their respective roles, Austin and Milley will\u200b undoubtedly \u2063leave a lasting legacy. Their leadership and expertise will shape the future of the\u2063 military, guiding it through new challenges and ensuring its strength and readiness.<\/p>\n<p>Secretary of Defense\u200d Lloyd Austin and \u200dGen. Mark Milley are true patriots and exemplify the best of \u2063what the United States military has to offer. Their dedication to duty, their \u2064bravery in the face of danger, and their commitment \u2062to \u2064the welfare\u2063 of their \u2064troops are qualities that should be celebrated and honored.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, once the commanding officer of the 10th Mountain Division in Iraq, accompanied a brigade commander on a risky late-night trip to visit an injured soldier in a hospital. 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