Hal Moore Background
Vietnam Performance – Battalion Commander
Hal Moore commanded his battalion for 18 months prior to fighting at LZ Xray in Vietnam. Here is the appraisal written at the end of his Battalion Command tour of duty.
A Different Perspective on Hal Moore
Moore’s granddaughter shared her unique perspective on Hal Moore in a blog post. It gives you some insight into the non-public side of a public figure.
Fort Moore Advocates
Here are some of the individuals who endorse and support renaming Fort Benning to Fort Moore
Columbus Ledger-Enquirer Summarizes Fort Moore
The local Columbus paper, the Ledger-Enquirer, summarizes renaming Fort Benning
Hal Moore Recognized as One of the Top 100 Generals of All Time
HistoryNet.com took a look over the last 3,000 years and came up with a top 100 list.
Veteran Statement – Vietnam Combat
Hal Moore and his Vietnam Combat and subsequent service – a perspective by a veteran who served with him.
Korean War – Recommendation for Promotion to Major
Recommendation for promotion to Major written by Major General Wayne Smith (7th Infantry Division Commander) and Colonel William Hardick (17th Infantry Regiment Commander) on 27 January 1953 during combat in the Korean War.
Kicking in the Door
William Ayer tells a funny story of serving as Moore’s temporary XO in Korea.
Hal Moore’s Interview at LZ Xray – Love for His Troopers
Hal Moore loved his soldiers deeply. In this interview recorded at the conclusion of the battle at Landing Zone Xray, in Vietnam he breaks into tears at their sacrifice.
Lessons in Leadership
Hal Moore was a legendary leader. In this short video, he lays out the key characteristics, behaviors, and mental toughness a good leader should exhibit.