General H. Norman SchwarzkopfWhen a person mentions the period that occurred between 1929 and 1939, the first thing that comes to mind is the Great Depression. Economic prosperity in the United States struggled to exist due to events such as the stock market crash of 1929. By the time 1934 arrived, the economic crisis was showing signs of turning around. However, another historical event also occurred around this time. On August 22, 1934, a child was born in Trenton, New Jersey (Fredriksen, 1999, p. 692). His name was H. Norman Schwarzkopf. Unbeknownst to his parents at the time, this child would end up commanding one of the most profound wars the United States has ever participated in. General H. Norman Schwarzkopf's experience as a military dependent and commander of United States Central Command epitomized visionary and ethical leadership. features. To support this assertion, this article will highlight the events that occurred during his time as the commander of the United States Central Command validated his visionary leadership skills. Next, he will discuss the events that demonstrate the decisions made by General Schwarzkopf that clearly validate those of an ethical leader. Finally, this article will discuss the relevance of why it is important for a combatant commander of such a broad area of ​​responsibility to possess these two characteristics. Let's begin by highlighting the events in his military career that establish his characteristics as a visionary leader. Visionary Leader General Schwarzkopf was a visionary leader, as evidenced by his involvement in Operation Desert Storm as Commander of United States Central Command. Before taking command, Schwarzkopf worked at the Pentagon as a lieutenant general in the operation...... middle of paper ...... Then he addressed the events that demonstrated the decisions made by the General Schwarzkopf who clearly validate these of an ethical leader. Finally, he discussed the relevance of why it is important for a combatant commander of such a large area of ​​responsibility to possess these two characteristics. General Schwarzkopf's experience as a military dependent and as commander of United States Central Command clearly embodies his visionary and ethic. leadership characteristics. If I received the question “How could you improve your leadership style?” » My answer would be “follow the ideals pursued by General Schwarzkopf”. His desire for what is right for his supporters and colleagues is an example we should all try to follow. “It is not necessary to be a hero to command men to fight; it takes a hero to be one of those men who go into battle” (Schwarzkopf & Petre, 1992, p.. 1).