He witnessed some of the most historic military events of the 20th century. A 2-part story, Mike Brock served 26 years in the US Marines. As a newly commissioned 2nd Lt, he was sent to Vietnam as a platoon commander where he lead troops on patrols and survived horrifying VC booby traps and ambushes. 20 yrs laters as a Colonel, he served in Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm as commander of Surveillance and Reconnoissance in the decisive US and coalition victory against Iraq. Just 2 years later, he served his 3rd deployment in Somalia during Operation Restore Hope.
Post-military, he became the founding instructor of the JROTC program at Mountain View High School in Bend, Oregon. There he became influential inspiring students to overcome life obstacles and become great achievers.