cover of episode John McCain: Prisoner of War | Greater than Himself | 4

John McCain: Prisoner of War | Greater than Himself | 4

2021/5/18
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John McCain receives a small tin from his wife containing vitamins, baby formula, and candy, which becomes a precious possession. The candy includes a hidden message with a secret communication method, boosting his spirits and connecting him to the outside world.

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After five years in captivity, John McCain and his fellow POWs try to keep their spirits up by finding new ways to hold on. When news comes that the war will soon be over, he must figure out what learnings he wants to bring back to his future life. 

For more reading, we recommend Lessons from the Hanoi Hilton: Six Characteristics of High-Performance Teams)* *by Taylor Baldwin Kiland.

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