The fourth and final episode of Biographical Conversations with General Hugh Shelton focuses on his tenure as Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff - a term that spanned four years and two presidents. Nominated to the position by President Bill Clinton in 1997. Within weeks he was advising the President and his cabinet on strategies to weaken the al-Qaeda network, led by Osama bid Laden.

Gen. Hugh Shelton: Chairman of the Chiefs

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Gen. Hugh Shelton: Chairman of the Chiefs

Gen. Hugh Shelton: Chairman of the Chiefs