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Pegasus Bridge by Stephen E. Ambrose — WisdomDeck honest review
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Pegasus Bridge

by Stephen E. Ambrose

The first action of D-Day: Major John Howard's glider company seizes two bridges in minutes after months of rehearsal. A short, perfect case study in preparation and execution.

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Three things you will actually use

  1. Rehearse until the real thing is easier.
  2. Small teams, clear objective.
  3. Execution is the plan under pressure.

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Preparation, executed.

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