Episode 64: From Battlefield to Civilian Life: A Ranger's Journey with Chris Brewer
- Author
- Brandon Held
- Published
- Fri 22 Aug 2025
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Christopher Brewer shares his journey from Ranger Battalion NCO to Special Forces officer and the challenges of transitioning to civilian life after 24 years of military service. His candid stories reveal both the camaraderie of military service and the profound sense of displacement many veterans experience when entering civilian life.
• Born into a military family and joined the Ranger Battalion when it was reactivated in 1974
• Transitioned from NCO to officer to avoid being stuck as a drill sergeant for five years
• Served in critical roles worldwide including Okinawa, Colombia, Panama, and classified locations
• Found himself installing burglar alarms after retirement despite his elite military background
• Eventually leveraged his expertise as a threat options analyst for government contracting
• Emphasizes maintaining connections with fellow veterans during the transition to civilian life
• Suggests finding purpose through helping others as a powerful antidote to depression
• Shares a remarkable story about protecting a radar site from Pablo Escobar in Colombia
• Has written two books: "Old School Ranger" and "In the Shadows Between the Wars"
• Believes in staying open to different perspectives and meaningful human connection
Check out Christopher Brewer's books on Amazon in hardcover and audiobook formats to learn more about his experiences in military operations that occurred between major conflicts.
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