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Pete Rayls has an unbelievable story to tell about the life and death consequences of having "connections that matter." During this episode, learn about how a relationship between a Canadian general and his American counterpart prevented World War III...and much more.  Peter ("Pete") Rayls dreamed of attending the U.S. Naval Academy as a young man. When the rejection letter came, Pete not only didn't crumble, he doubled his efforts. Pretty soon he had offers from both the Naval Academy and West Point. So is the nature of Pete Rayls, whose  blend of humility, intellect, and persistence come together in what can best be described as a model of "quiet leadership." In addition to eventually teaching at West Point, Pete served in the U.S. Army, reaching the rank of major, leading teams in Germany and Iraq, and earning a bronze star along the way. In addition to sharing reflections from his time at West Point and deployment in Iraq, Pete talks about the role of studying history in making strategic decisions.  #leadership #quietleadership #westpoint #history #militaryhistory More About Pete Pete Rayls is currently a PhD candidate at Queens University in Kingston, Ontario. He has six years of teaching experience at the university and secondary school levels, including working as an instructor at West Point. He also has over 13 years of experience in management and supervisory positions while serving in the United States Army, both in the United States and abroad.   Connect with Pete on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-rayls-b1101044