In this episode of Living History with Alex, we sit down with Tom Visney, a retired Marine whose career spanned the Cold War, embassy duty in Latin America, the Army National Guard, and deployments to Bosnia.

From joining the Marine Corps at just 18, to serving as a tank crewman, embassy guard in Nicaragua and Argentina, and later as a counterintelligence interrogator, Tom’s journey is one of resilience, patriotism, and lifelong dedication to service. He shares powerful memories of Hurricane Andrew relief missions, training with Korean Marines, and supporting peacekeeping operations in Bosnia.

🌟 Topics Covered:
🎖️ Enlisting in the Marine Corps during the post-Vietnam era of the 1970s
🪖 Life as a tank crewman and Marine embassy guard in Nicaragua and Argentina
🌍 Transitioning into counterintelligence thanks to his Spanish skills
🌀 Serving with the Florida Army National Guard during Hurricane Andrew and other disasters
🕊️ Peacekeeping missions in Bosnia during the Global War on Terror
🙏 Deep reflections on patriotism, Memorial Day, and honoring veterans
💡 Advice to young people about the opportunities and benefits of military service

This is more than a military career—it’s the story of a man shaped by discipline, duty, and love for his country.

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