“Among the men who fought on Iwo Jima, uncommon valor was a common virtue.” -Admiral Chester Nimitz This month marks the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II. During the entire war, 82 Marines were awarded the Medal of Honor; 22 Medals of Honor were awarded during the two months […]
On Leadership
“You must prepare yourself to not only survive, but to THRIVE in an environment of constant chaos…” -Uttered by many everyday in the Quantico Highlands It is often said that a picture is worth a thousand words. The picture accompanying this post is worth a million…easily. A Korean War era Enlisted Marine pins gold bars […]
Ep 013 Lessons in Perseverance: Ultra Marathon Man
In this episode, Lt Col Story shares his experiences, lessons, and insights after participating in a brutal 31 mile Ultra-marathon . This episode provides practical thoughts on preparedness and the value of pushing through uncomfortable situations. Through perseverance during difficult moments, we gain powerful insights. In moments of pain, we can strengthen determination and the […]