Military Service Research Paper

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How many years of service? 6 years;10 months (I took the oath 20 years ago 9/1/1997)

Which branch of the military? LA ARMY National Guard

What was your ranking? Specialist (E-4)

What did you learn most by being in the military? Army Values that have become essential in everyday life: Duty, Honor, Respect, Integrity, Loyalty, Self Service, Personal Courage

What is one thing you would like to share about the military with our Cox family? I served a tour during Operation Enduring Freedom in Bagram, Afghanistan

What is your favorite military movie? Pearl Harbor

Best memory from your time of service? Travelling abroad and meeting other soldiers from other parts of the country/world

A little more about me: I have a son & daughter; Graduated

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