One of the key components of an organization’s emergency plan is the readiness of its team members.

Planning ahead for an effective disaster recovery.

Many organizations around the world have devoted considerable time and resources into developing and maintaining crisis response plans - but when put to the test in an actual crisis, their effectiveness can be questionable at best.

Organizations need to have a well thought out plan that will serve as a roadmap designed to provide guidance for responding to and recovering from a wide range of manmade and natural hazards.

The Battle of Gettysburg provides important leadership lessons that can be applied by today’s Emergency Managers.