On www.VetsAndBadges.com Podcast: Without fear there can be no bravery - Lt. Adam Hattersley (Ret), Gulf War US Navy veteran details his warrior mindset to overcoming overwhelming fear in war and life.

The recipient of a Bronze Star for Valor in Iraq, Lt. Hattersley recalls how the feeling of invincibility quickly fades in the line of duty while under fire by the enemy of combat. During his tour of duty, Lt. Hattersley survived the completion of leading countless missions in hostile enemy territory that included heroic actions of saving lives of soldiers and civilians, being the victim of 3 IED roadside bombings, repeated deadly mortal attacks and routine firefights intended to kill fellow American and Allied forces. A foundation reinforced by a lifelong mindset that aided in coming back from a crippling sports injuries and numerous challenges of life. Lt. Hattersley is also a US Navy Nuclear Class Submarine Officer veteran, Instructor at the US Naval Academy, former Florida State Representative, National Gymnast and Officiating Official turned Author. Chapter breakdown, video: 00:00:00 - Summary trailer 00:30:23 - Intro 02:00:15 - Experiences of overwhelming fear, war in Iraq 06:14:06 - Team support 08:27:02 - About Adam Hattersley, military and personal 09:53:06 - Courage under fire 13:51:06 - Overcoming fear of injury and life adversity 17:54:23 - Fear can keep us alive 22:27:14 - You're not alone, encouragement for those in need 24:46:07 - Final thoughts About Vets And Badges Podcast Hosts: Robert Asencio is a retired police Captain, former Florida State Representative, US Army Veteran who served as a member of the Special Operations community with over 34 years of public service experience. David Magnusson is a retired police Chief and Military Historian who has nearly 40 years of public service experience. Recorded at Miami's Community News studios: https://www.CommunityNewspapers.com Source B-Roll: Google Images, Iraq News, AP Wire, Adam Hattersley Images, ABC News, The Hill, CBS News, NBC News, CNN, Fox News, NTS, Stars And Stripes, PBS, Reuters, DITV, Daily Maverick News, Washington Post, US DOD, Video: IED EXPLOSION FLIPS MRAP IN AFGHANISTAN - FAILED ATTACK https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ml27LRyFqR4 VAB - 2024 All Rights Reserved Infor@VetsAndBadges.com https://www.VetsAndBadges.com