Leading from the Front: A Guide to Thriving in Your First 100 Days as an NCO New NCOs: what will your legacy be? First called “the backbone of the Army” by Baron Friedrich von Steuben, author of the original 1779 Blue Book, NCOs have a high standard to uphold. This publication on the first 100 days of leadership will help you build a great foundation. View...
The Power of Discipline Did you know the first Army Blue Book was published in 1779? Our earliest leaders understood that standards and discipline are critical to the outcome of battles and overall Army success. Can we do better at instilling them today? Read more here. View...
Stop the Reading Lists: Why Leaders Need More than Just Books Fun Fact: The Army was one of the first American organizations to conduct national literacy tests. While it’s often said that leaders are readers, what if you don’t enjoy reading or don’t have a lot of time? Have you found alternate ways to develop, grow, and reflect on your experiences? This article shares some tips, tricks, and a “thinking toolbox” to help you. View...
Three Qualities of Good Leaders: A Message for New Lieutenants form the Chief of Staff of the Army Army history teaches that change is constant but the need for excellent leadership remains. What qualities and skills do emerging leaders, specifically new lieutenants, need to be ready? Read this advice from Gen. Randy A. George, Chief of Staff. View...
HRC Broadening Opportunity Catalog FY 26 **Recently Released** Ready to level up? Find career broadening opportunities in HRC’s FY 26 catalogue here. It includes the Harding Fellowship application for next summer. They are specifically looking for officers or senior NCOs from Aviation; Armor; Field Artillery; Cyber or Signal; Chemical, Engineer, or Military Police; and a Medical or Medical Service Corps. The deadline is 25 July 2025. View...
Celebrate the Army's 250th Birthday! The Army is celebrating its’ 250th birthday by honoring our rich history of service, sacrifice, and dedication. The theme this year is This We’ll Defend. You can help us celebrate, tell the Army story, and honor the American Soldier! Find out more about the Army’s birthday plans and how you can join in the ‘How to Celebrate’ guide found here. View...
Legacy Leader Gallery Click through the ALx Legacy Leader gallery to learn more about leaders who have made an indelible and lasting impact throughout the Army's history. Keep in mind the profiles include only a fragment of their whole story. Look each person up or visit the ALx social media pages to find a link with more information. View
What is Strategy in War? “Words have meaning. And in war, few words matter more than strategy.” This article explores what strategy is and isn’t and provides thought-provoking discourse to foster shared understanding of its power in shaping both the outcomes of war and the peace that follows. View