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Brett Crozier

    Surf When You Can
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    • Surf When You Can

      Lessons in Life, Loyalty, and Leadership from a Maverick Navy Captain

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Inspiring lessons from a lifetime of honor, service, and leadership are shared by Captain Brett Crozier, former commanding officer of the USS Theodore Roosevelt and a respected Navy officer. During a critical moment in American history, Crozier walked off his ship for the last time, saluted by thousands of sailors who admired him. This poignant moment followed his decision to seek help for his crew as COVID-19 spread through the vessel, leading to his relief from command just days later. In this reflective work, Crozier examines his life, career, and unwavering commitment to doing what is right, celebrating kindness, teamwork, and standing up for one’s beliefs. Through engaging and candid stories from around the globe, he recounts the remarkable adventures of his career and the extraordinary individuals he encountered. From near-death experiences as a fighter pilot to commanding vessels in the Persian Gulf and indulging in his passion for surfing, Crozier distills valuable lessons and principles that can be applied to both personal and professional life. His journey serves as a testament to resilience and integrity in the face of adversity.

      Surf When You Can2025
    • Amid one of the darkest times in American history, it was a moment that captured the attention of the nation. Brett Crozier, captain of the most powerful and prestigious aircraft carrier in the United States Navy, walked off his ship for the last time while thousands of his sailors saluted and chanted his name in admiration.This remarkable moment occurred after Crozier made the decision to try to protect his sailors by pleading with his superiors for help when COVID-19 swept through the vessel. Two days later, he was relieved of command.Now, Crozier reflects on his life, career, and commitment to doing the right thing in a book that celebrates the power of kindness, the importance of teamwork, and the value of standing up for what you believe in. Through a series of captivating stories set all around the world, Crozier takes us along on the grand adventures of his extraordinary career and introduces the incredible people he met along the way.From his days as fighter pilot facing near-death experiences to commandeering suspected pirate vessels in the Persian Gulf, and of course, seizing any opportunity to enjoy one of his favorite hobbies-surfing-Crozier distills the lessons he has learned and the principles that have guided him, showing how you can apply them to your personal and professional life.

      Surf When You Can2023
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