LTC Michael Valletta shares his journey from growing up in Chicago to becoming a distinguished aviator and Foreign Area Officer in the Army. He discusses his initial aspirations, the challenges he faced in flight school, and his experiences with the 160th Night Stalkers and living in Budapest. LTC Valletta emphasizes the importance of being open to unique military opportunities and the support the Army provides to its soldiers and their families.

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In this episode we continue our interview with MAJ Raschel, an Army Space Operations Officer. We dive into what is Space Operations, why there is a Space Force, and how Army soldiers can compete for those careers.

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In this episode we welcome back to the pack MAJ Raschel, an aviation officer now serving as a Space Operations Officer. We talk about graduating from the University of New Mexico, rescuing people via helicopters in the National Guard, and career progression to space operations in the Army.

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⁠Army ROTC | The University of New Mexico⁠⁠\

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