David Gardner

I have been in the US Army for all most 10 years. In that time I have had many rolls including Infantry, Combat Engineer and Drill Instructor to name a few. Many times I have been in a leadership roll and protecting people is what I like the most. Safety and keeping people alert are things that I strive in others.

I have many years of learning martial arts, hands on training that goes with it to include why, how and philosophies behind the details.

Weapon training in the Army has taught me a lot and furthered my education in combat with various weaponry. My family are avid hunters and I was also taught at a young age.

Safety, communication, de-escalation and remaining calm during a crises is my background training.

US Army awarded myself and many others with the Army Achievement Metal. Through hard work, team work and perseverance I was awarded this honorary achievement 2 times in the 3 years I was in the regular full time Army.

Hurricane Isabel hit in 2003. Fort Eustis stayed and helped the people of the city and the surrounding area. Delivering supplies, helping those in need and clearing the way for emergency vehicles to get through. I was one of these people and achieved my first award.

Iraq 2004 in support of the war in was awarded the 2nd achievement in keeping with the traditions and military value upholding honor and integrity.