Book Description
Publication Date: October 3, 2011
On October 3, 1993, the assault was initiated in the most dangerous part of Mogadishu, Somalia and within 20 minutes seemed to be under control for the assaulting Delta Force. Unfortunately, things changed very quickly and the men of Task Force RANGER would become involved in the most intense combat for American troops since the Vietnam War. This book addresses not only this situation commonly referred to as the Battle of the Black Sea or Black Hawk Down, but also the untold stories of that military engagement, the real events of Task Force RANGER combat operations from leadership to the negative impacts of political correctness on military decisions. Specifically, illustrating the dire consequences resulting when military leaders base their decisions on political and popularity concerns over the success of the mission.
The discussion of leadership and critical decision-making in the streets of Mogadishu involved all levels of military service, and provides the reader with a better understanding of the privilege associated with leading our brave American soldiers.Colonel McKnight brings his experience to others through his presentation that provides a better understanding of the unparalleled commitment, and leadership required to be successful when executing operations in the most difficult and severe combat situations.
Streets of Mogadishu is the epitome of the best and worst of times for soldiers in combat. The numerous and unsurpassed acts of courage, bravery and heroism during those extraordinary hours on the 3rd and 4th of October 1993 will never be forgotten, nor the leadership, commitment, and dedication shown by those in Task Force RANGER. And most of all, let their actions always be a reminder of the sacrifice necessary to protect our liberties and freedoms and the special way of life of our great nation.

Editorial Review
COL Danny McKnight, one of the heroic figures of the battle of Mogadishu, has written a superb leadership primer for all chiefs and up-and-coming leaders, which will serve them well from the battlefield to the boardroom. --World Defense Review

About the Author
Among his numerous military assignments were the following: Executive Officer, 3rd Ranger Battalion, Fort Benning, GA Executive Officer, 75th Ranger Regiment, Fort Benning, GA Battalion Commander, 4th Battalion 27th Infantry, Schofield Barracks, HI Battalion Commander, 3rd Ranger Battalion, Fort Benning, GAStudent, U.S. Army War College, Carlisle Barracks, PA Chief of Staff, First U.S. Army, Fort Gillem, GA His military career also included combat duty on two occasions Panama 1989 and Somalia 1993 (basis for the Book and Movie Black Hawk Down ). Colonel McKnight s awards and decorations include the Legion of Merit (2 awards), the Bronze Star Medal for Valor, the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman s Badge, the Ranger Tab, the Master Parachutist Badge with Combat Star, and the Pathfinder Badge. After completing 28 and one-half years of service to our country, Colonel McKnight returned to his hometown in Florida. He has served in two Homeland Security related positions in Brevard County...as the Homeland Security Coordinator for the County s Emergency Management Office, then as the Homeland Security Training Coordinator in the Criminal Justice Center at Brevard Community College. Colonel McKnight now focuses all his efforts on being a nationwide motivational speaker.