“The men had to be able to see their general.”- Lieutenant General Ralph Huebner

Lieutenant General Ralph Huebner is an example of how World War I shaped military careers. Ralph Huebener worked his way up in rank from a private to a general by fighting in some of the fiercest battles in American history. At the same time, the Army changed as America became a world power. The army now awarded commissions to soldiers who showed courage, leadership, and tactical skills on the battlefield. A soldier who had experience saved lives on the battlefield. The army needed leaders such as General Hubner, whose experience helped bring America to victory in two different wars.

 “The men had to be able to see their general.”- Lieutenant General Ralph Huebner

World War 1 changed how military institutions gave commissions to their servicemen. The United States Army started giving promotions based on courage, tactical skills, and leadership. General Huebner is an example of an improved merit system, where he rose in rank from private to Lieutenant General. Huebner knew more than anyone that to build his troops morale he had to be with his soldiers in the front lines because when they are underfire his experience on the battlefield would inspire them to continue fight and endure inhumane conditions. 

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