Inside the Army-Navy Game: Spec Forces football vet Nate Boyer, 101st Airborne General and rival USAA execs
It’s a week after the thrilling 125th Army-Navy Game, but even after the game, we still love hearing stories from our fellow Soldiers and Sailors.
During our time on USAA’s Media Row, we had fascinating conversations with military vets and senior military leaders.
We start with Maj. General Brett Sylvia, Commanding General of the Army’s mighty 101st Airborne (Air Assault). He shared some history from this legendary unit and offered a glimpse at the lethal capability they’re bringing into the future.
We also had a good time talking with Army Special Forces veteran, football player and filmmaker Nate Boyer. He discussed his “late bloomer” path to the Army and football, and how his organization “Merging Vets and Players” brings vets together with former NFL athletes.
He was joined by American Legion, Executive Director of Government Affairs Director and Marine Corps veteran Mario Marquez. who shared how The American Legion is not your grandfathers pub, but remains an awesome organization for veterans from every generation.
We wrap our time on Media Row, with two vets and Senior Executives from the Army Navy Game’s proud sponsor, USAA. Former Army Major Rob Braggs shared how service has become a family tradition and former Navy Captain Bill White shares some of his favorite military memories, including how we actually served on the same ship back in the 90s. Plus how USAA offers services that can truly help our nation’s veterans live their best life.
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