ABSTRACT
To be a good team captain requires first that they should be a good disciplinarian, next that you acquire and use those qualities that characterize natural leaders of men. The good leader learns to know that soul, and deal intelligently with it—knows its aspirations, its limits of endurance, how to inspire it to increased endeavor, how to inspirit it when discouraged in fatigue or hardship. In the system of rewards the leader finds the most powerful ally in building up that discipline which leads to esprit and morale. History records many daring deeds where an intrepid leader has led his men to victory against seemingly overwhelming odds, and all credit is given to his courage. A military leader does not preach. Most tasks require especial forethought and planning on the part of the leader. Good leadership should make this possible—for it is a rare man whose management is beyond improvement.
