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I grew up in a small Idaho ranching town. My dad was a member of the IDARNG, my stepdad was a former member of 2/75 Ranger. Grandfathers were WW2 Army Veterans. At 17 I joined the Army. My enlistment ended due to medical issues in 2007. I am a proud husband, father and veteran. I am a small business owner and a volunteer firefighter.
Military Experiences
Apr 2003 - Apr 2023
CAN-AM Cup Tank Gunnery Skills Competition.
Performed as a driver of an M1A1H during the 2003 Canadian-American(CAN-AM) Cup Gunnery Skills Competition at the Orchard Training Area near Boise, Idaho, helping the members of 2nd Platoon achieve victory against the members of the Canadian Armored Unit.
Jan 2002 - Mar 2007
Armor Crewman/Scout
Assigned as driver on M1A1 as well as (M1114) Crew served gunner(M2/Cal-50) during OIF-III.
Deployments
(1 year, 8 months)Jun 2004 - Nov 2005
Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
Duty with 1st ID at FOB Normandy(OIF II) and 116th BCT at FOB Warrior(OIF III).
Military Credentials
Professional Development Schools
Individual & Special Skill Schools
Certifications
2003
Desert survival
2002
Urban Combat Course
Additional Specialization(s)
Security Clearance
Top Secret
Academic Degrees
Academic Degrees