Warrior Stories

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Yolanda Poullard

Yolanda Poullard went right into the Army after finishing college on an ROTC scholarship. She was proud to serve and worked hard to achieve her goal of becoming a company commander. Shortly after reaching that goal, 9/11 happened and the peacetime military she knew was forever changed.

Yomari Cruz

In September of 2010, Yomari Cruz deployed to Afghanistan, proud of herself and her decision to join the Army. "It's such a good feeling to know that you're protecting the freedom of the loved ones you're leaving back home," says Yomari. "It gives you a sense of pride and purpose."

Mike Larson

On his 18th birthday, less than a month after watching the events of 9/11 unfold, Mike Larson joined the Marines. His high score on the entrance test meant he could choose practically any job he wanted — and he chose the infantry. "They go where all the action is," says Mike. "I wanted to go fight."

David Daly

Even before he returned home in 2011, David Daly knew he had post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). During four deployments to Iraq and one to Afghanistan, he was exposed to unimaginable events that haunt him to this day.