Once a Leader, Always a Leader (via The Debrief Project)

Dan Ebarb on combat, catastrophe, and continued service

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“Dan Ebarb is a West Point graduate, Ranger, and was a infantry platoon leader with Bravo Company, 1-12 Cav, 1st Cavalry Division, Dan deployed to Baqubah, Iraq in late 2006 during the height of the insurgency. While inspecting a defensive position/observation post, he was shot by an enemy gunman — a single bullet struck his shoulder and lodged in his spine area, instantly paralyzing him. But that moment did not define Dan. What he's done since then did. Since his medical discharge, Dan has continued to serve — with distinction — in the FBI, the Department of Energy, and as a husband, father, outdoorsman, and competitive shooter. He is the embodiment of resilience, humility, and purpose. His story is — not just of sacrifice, but of strength.”