The military leadership technique of handling human resource is unique in certain ways; the factors which have direct bearing on the uniqueness are the uncertainty and fluidity in combat situations, constantly changing functional environment and frequent changes in human behaviour under combat stress, it is a challenge to the leadership under such circumstances. The book covers the mandatory aspect of military leadership challenges and ways to handle the related issues. The topics are important essentials of combat leadership in the Armed Forces. Leadership practices in the Armed Forces have lot to offer to the world. The book has been written in a lucid manner and highlights the combat leadership practices. The managerial cadres in the civil/corporate world and to the students of management, the book will help understand combat leadership, develop managerial skills and instincts. For the officers of the Armed Forces, there are certain aspects such as leadership approach, planning strategy, motivation, morale, personality, attitude, risk taking, mannerism, etc. etc. which are not part of military manuals, will be of interest and relevant in building leadership qualities. Written in a simple and easy to read style there is ample use of military quotations to highlight the importance of issues therefore making the book interesting and a valuable reference tool. The topics are general in nature and will be useful to both people in uniform and those who are outside the uniform.