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Profiles of military and law enforcement heroes.
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Born in North Texas, Freeman was too young to participate in WWII with his 5 older brothers. However, he always wanted to fight as a Marine and planned on joining up when the time came. That time was in June 1950 at the outbreak of the Korean War. After basic and combat training, Freeman made a trip across the Pacific with the 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines. He fought with his fellow infantrymen on the front lines until his life almost came to an end when a grenade detonated in front of him. Freeman finished out the rest of his tour driving officers around and dodging mortar rounds. After the war, he married his sweetheart, had 4 kids and worked for Shell Oil for 30 years.If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
Roger was a simple farmer from northwest Missouri until the Vietnam War broke out. He then faithfully served his country as a CH-46 (similar to the Chinook) combat helicopter pilot. After his time in the Marine Corps and Army during Vietnam, Roger joined the Missouri Air National Guard and served his community as a judge. His military career spans nearly 4 decades, where he retired as a Major General (2 stars) in 2007 and returned to civilian life. Learn about this incredible man through the eyes of his daughter, Susan Combs, who speaks about Roger's many accomplishments and impact on his country, community and family. If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
This is not an official episode, it is a confession. Although my last episode was uploaded in June 2023, I have been hard at work improving the RMN podcast!If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
Cashe entered Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003 as a veteran infantryman who had served since the late 1980s. As a platoon sergeant, he always put his men first. This mindset and mantra would be seen in 2005 when Sergeant First Class Cashe proved his caliber.If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
Megan was destined to follow in the footsteps of her family's strong military tradition. Working as a public affairs officer in the USMC, she advised military officials on how to relay information to the media. During a month of intense violence in December of 2006, Megan was among the 119 soldiers who lost their lives in Iraq.If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
South Africa is breathtaking but don't be deceived. It is one of most crime-riddled countries in the world. Homicides, armed robberies and kidnappings are among the highest of any industrialized nations that are not at war. The only law enforcement agency that can match the violence of the criminals is the Special Task Force. Formed in the 1970s, they are among some of the most hardened, experienced SWAT-like police forces in the world. Learn hear of their unconventional beginnings, harrowing operations and capabilities. If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
Growing up in central Georgia, Norton joined the Army Air Corps because of their good barracks and nice food. After being stationed in Italy, the B-24 he was flying in was shot down during his 2nd bombing mission over Austria. Robert would then spend the next 6 months in a grueling POW camp in Northeastern Poland. With the advancing Russian army at their doorstep, the German authorities made a move that would cause Robert to look back on the luxuries of basic training. Hear the story of the hardships Robert and other POWs endured at the ruthless hands of their Nazi captors.If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
Colorado State Troopers Templeton and Hinshaw were helping a farmer secure his load when a truck slammed into them. Sadly, Templeton would lose his life. However, Hinshaw's story continued. Learn about the grueling road to physical recovery, the looming reality of post traumatic stress and the ultimate victory of forgiveness that would come full circle. If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
After serving in the US Army, Bitner entered into Law Enforcement. He distinguished himself as a role model to fellow officers, keeping violent offenders off the streets of Englewood, CO. He was also a family man with 2 young children. His name will always be remembered for his service to his community and his country. If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
Born in Denver, CO to Irish immigrants, John entered WWII during the early stages of the European theater as a B-24 Liberator bombardier. His squadron busied itself with bombing campaigns across North Africa and the Middle East. John also took part in Operation Tidal Wave against Axis oil refineries in Ploesti, Romania and miraculously made it back alive. If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
The GIGN is one of the most successful, secretive and hardest special operation's forces to join in the world. On average, their operators participate in one mission every week. Be prepared to be amazed at the capabilities, training and stories of these men in black who can enter from the air, land and sea, hit their targets and leave totally undetected.If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
Born into poverty and experiencing tragedy early in life, Roy Benavidez was destined to become a statistic like many of his friends. However, with the instruction and examples of his grandfather and uncle, Roy rose beyond his deficits. He achieved a life-long dream, only to be met with a situation that would have made most people quit. However, once again, he beat the odds and became a part of the US Army's Special Forces. After being deployed to Vietnam, one morning, his name would go down in history after his breakfast was interrupted with a call for help.If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
This episode covers the actions of two US Army heroes. Randy Shughart and Gary Gordan were Delta Force snipers during the Somalian uprising in 1993. After a second Black Hawk helicopter went down and the rescue squad was heavily engaged in fire fights, the two operators were finally given permission to insert on the ground to fight off enemy insurgents and save the downed crew. Their heroic actions would write their names down in history.If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
The US Air Force is known for flying, however, there are 2 known ground-based special operations units: Pararescue and Combat Control. In this episode, I highlight Combat Controllers. Also known as CCTs, these men operate along-side other US military special ops groups to bring in fire from above, control air traffic above targets, request humanitarian aid in disaster zones and much more. They are specially trained in many diverse environments and are unique to any special operations groups the US has to offer. This episode goes into their history, capabilities and much more.If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
Dunham was destined to be a Marine. A native of upstate New York, he joined the Corps in 2000. After serving in security at a Naval ship yard, he was deployed to Iraq in 2004. During a foot patrol, his actions would place him in the pages of history.If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
Denver Police Officer Celena Hollis served in law enforcement for a total of 11 years in 2 different states before she was gunned down in 2012 while working security for a concert. She was involved in many charity works that helped keep kids out of gangs and encouraged young women. She left behind a 12 year old daughter and memories of her compassion, sassiness, dependability and love of music.If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
The MACVSOG or SOG was a black ops group that was developed by the US military and only existed during the Vietnam War. It was made up of operators from every branch of the military but was mostly composed of US Army Green Berets, also known as Special Forces. These elite warriors returned to the states with the horrific memories and experiences they went through but were unable to utter a word to anyone due to the extreme secrecy of their involvement. Finally, after the SOG has been declassified, former members are able to tell their amazing stories of survival, evasion, brotherhood and success to the rest of the world. Learn first-hand from those who stamped the name SOG into military history.If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
Born in Arkansas, the son of a WWI veteran, Reb joined the Army Air Corps straight out of high school so he wouldn't be drafted into the infantry. After some time as a weapon's inspector, he was transferred to the 384th bomb group as a B-17 gunner. While deployed to England, Reb and the 384th were sent to France and Germany for several combat missions. During his final mission in September of 1943, Reb miraculously survived when a 20mm round hit him and he went down with his plane. Now as a POW, Reb had to survive numerous surgeries and a grueling life in prison camps. He eventually made it back to the US and was able to live a successful life as a journalist, husband and father. If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
Fashioned after the British SAS, the NZSAS is one of the oldest surviving special operations groups in the world. They have participated in almost every major international conflict since the mid-1950s. They have grown with the times and have modernized themselves to become one of the top tier 1 spec-ops groups. This episode goes inside the very secretive unit to learn how they operate, who they are and what their mission is. Give it heaps mates!If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
As a native of California, Matt pursued a career in the US Navy after college graduation. He entered the elite Navy SEALS and was stationed in Hawaii before deploying to Afghanistan in 2005. In June of that same year, he was part of a four-man reconnaissance team that was compromised by locals who alerted the enemy. Outnumbered 50 to 1, the SEALs vigorously fought their way down the steep mountainside. It was there that Matt and his team would make their final stand and become the most decorated Navy SEAL team in history.If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: RememerMyNamePodcast@gmail.com
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