There is a difference in the responsibilities between LTC Moore and his junior leaders. The essence of this difference is characterized by the idea of the big picture verses local decisions. In many instances LTC Moore was engaged in organizing tactical movements for support of other units and maintenance of the drop zone (or creation of a new drop zone). On the other hand, his junior leaders were engaged in the implementation of these movements within their confined scope.
One example of this is that LTC Moore tentatively chose a landing zone from three initial options. He then relied on the performance of the lower command for recon and to bring back pertinent intelligence. This happened continually throughout the fight, which enabled LTC Moore to move units into appropriate support positions. At one point he had to make the tough decision to leave their rear exposed in order to provide enough support to struggling units. Although LTC Moore was tempted to take up a rifle and join the fight, he knew that it was more important for him to lead.
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