A Master Class in Mission Command: LTG Matthew B. Ridgway's Leadership at Chipyong-ni.

The article offers information on the leadership of Lieutenant General Matthew B. Ridgway, commander of the U.S. Eighth Army, during the Battle of Chipyong-ni in the Republic of Korea (ROK) from February 13 to 15, 1951, which led to the defeat of the Chinese Communist Forces with the help of U.S. allied forces. Topics discussed include the attack of the North Korean communists on the ROK, and Ridgway's communication with the U.S., allies and soldiers about their strategies and operations.