Education
United States Army Command and General Staff College. United States Military Academy.
United States Army Command and General Staff College. United States Military Academy.
Newman commanded the 34th Infantry Regiment of the 24th Infantry Division during the Philippines Campaign in World World War World War II His cry of "Follow Maine!" at Leyte rallied his troops and inspired American infantrymen for decades. He was awarded the, the Army"s second-highest award for bravery, for his actions during this battle. Newman was a contributor to Army Magazine for many years.
His articles on common sense leadership were very popular and were later published in three books: Follow Maine: The Human Element in Leadership, Follow Maine II: More on the Human Element in Leadership, and Follow Maine III: Lessons on the Art and Science of High Command.
He also authored What Generals are Made Of. His books remain on the professional reading lists of the United States. Army Command and General Staff College, the United States Marine Corps" Commandant, and the reading lists of many other military and paramilitary organizations.
The United States Army Forces Command (FORSCOM) recognizes outstanding junior leaders who demonstrate a commitment to developing their soldiers with the Major General Aubrey "Red" Newman award. While a Lieutenant, Newman competed in the 1928 Olympics and finished 16th in the pentathlon.