Bob joined the USMC Reserve in 1956, while in high school on Long Island, NY. After graduating, he entered active duty and rose to the rank of Staff Sergeant. During the first of two tours in Vietnam, he was commissioned a 2d Lieutenant (Temporary) due to the Corps’ need for additional officers. Later, as a Captain, he reverted to Gunnery Sergeant. His final assignment was as the Sergeant Major of 2d Recon Bn, 2d Marine Division, having served in all of enlisted ranks as well as Second Lieutenant through Captain. Retired as a Captain after 22 years (the highest rank held) he happily lives with his wife in Pisgah Forest, NC. He has two children, three grandchildren, and one greatgrandchild.