Army Paratrooper: "We Couldn’t Go 82 Days Without a Fatality"

Urban Valor: the podcast

This week's Urban Valor episode spotlights Andy Nelson, an Army Paratrooper veteran from Renton, WA. Inspired by classic military movies he watched with his father, Nelson enlisted in the Army on a paratrooper contract and was assigned to the prestigious 82nd Airborne Division.
During the episode, Nelson recounts his experiences parachuting into various countries and shares a tense moment when a fellow paratrooper was accidentally loaded with live rounds during a training exercise. He discusses the physical toll of frequent jumps on his body and explains how he utilized his military benefits to transition into a legal career after leaving the Army.
This compelling episode offers listeners a glimpse into the high-stakes world of military parachuting and demonstrates how veterans can successfully adapt their skills to civilian professions.
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Video Chapters:
02:13 Recruiting Experience
03:37 Boot Camp
13:57 Welcome to the Jungle
29:09 Identity Crisis
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