In this powerful Fourth of July episode of Stories from the Road, Dick Foth sits down with long-time friend and decorated Army veteran, Sergeant Major Kirk Foster, to reflect on the meaning of freedom. From the quiet back porch in Fort Collins, Colorado, the two share stories of service, sacrifice, and legacy. Kirk recounts his journey from enlisting before 9/11 to becoming one of the most decorated soldiers since that day. He speaks about leadership, loss, faith, and what it means to fight for and uphold the freedoms we often take for granted. This heartfelt conversation reminds us all of the cost of liberty and the enduring hope found in service and faith.

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🔑 Key Topics:

• The true meaning of freedom
• Military service and 9/11
• Valor and humility in leadership
• Mentorship in today’s Army
• Faith, purpose, and legacy
• Lincoln’s timeless call to freedom

🪖 About the Guest:
Sergeant Major Kirk Foster is one of the most decorated soldiers since 9/11, with two Silver Stars, five Bronze Stars, and three Purple Hearts. He currently serves out of Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, where he mentors and trains the next generation of Army leaders. A man of deep faith, he shares how his relationship with Christ shapes his leadership and service.

📌 Notable Quotes:
“We have given you a republic—if you can keep it.” – Attributed to Benjamin Franklin
“I'd give them all back if I could have a couple of my buddies still be around.” – Kirk Foster
“You can be a lethal soldier, a good husband, a good father—and a follower of Christ.” – Kirk Foster