Born: October 3, 1974 Hometown: Laredo, TX

“I wanted a good career. United States Marine Corps.” “The marines have always had the reputation for being the toughest and best disciplined. I wanted to be part of that small group.”

“It felt scary in the beginning because it was my first time away from home and mommy wasn’t there to solve that problem.” “Camp Pendleton in San Diego,CA.”

“M.C.T.(Marine Corp Training) San Diego,Ca trained with weapons and fighting tactics.” “I was responsible for Auditing Marine’s Service, Record books, and ensure all personal information is correct.”

“No. The only combat I saw was against the paper cuts I received through my 4 year career.” “I ran my first marathon overseas and I had the opportunity to interact with different cultures.”

“Good Conduct Medal, for being a good boy.” “Better than school cafeteria.”

“ I felt the stress when I had to leave my family for a year.” “We used to rent movies or go to the movies, and sometimes go to clubs.”

“I spent a year on the island of Okinawa, Japan and two and a half years in North Carolina.” “We used to collect trash paper and play baseball in the office every time our bosses would leave.”

“I was happy I was going home, but sad I was leaving all my friends, whom I considered my second family.”

“Laredo, TX” “All my life, with the exception of the 4 years in the military.”

Thanks for watching! This was made by Janai Jaimez. Person Interviewed: Agapito Esparza