Run Silent, Think Deep: Commander Bud Cole Speaks

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Real Clear Defense:

Peter Navarro

Mar. 25 2016

 

As part of the research for my book and film Crouching Tiger, I interviewed 35 of the top experts in the world from all sides of the China issue. These are key edited excerpts from my sit-down with Commander Bud Cole. From the moment Commander Cole began to speak on camera, I sensed the precision of a chess master with many years at sea. He was as insightful in his remarks as he was gracious.