The Relief of Major General Terry de la Mesa Allen

Why We Fight ~ 1944 - A podcast by Sasha Maggio (MoT)

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Following the Battle of Troina on Sicily, MG Terry Allen is relieved of command, along with his Deputy, Teddy Roosevelt Jr. In this episode, Dr. Greg Hospodor helps share the story of "Terrible Terry" de la Mesa Allen, along with some controversies surrounding the decision to relieve him on 6 August 1943. We also touch on leadership and professionalism and the politics among General Officers. Links Terrible Terry Allen: Combat General of WWII – The Life of an American Soldier (https://amzn.to/3Oniadq)   A Soldier’s Story – Omar Bradley (https://amzn.to/3qt2LQB)   A General’s Life: AN Autobiography by General of the Army Omar N. Bradley and Clay Blair (https://amzn.to/3KwFowi) http://www.motheroftanks.com/ads-sponsors-and-affiliate-links/

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