If you could meet anyone in history, who would it be and why?

This is a big no brainer! I think I am supposed to say something like - I would like to meet George Washington a brave and valiant soldier and a hesitant politician It would be wonderful to sit with him and glean information and wisdom and see if he has a since of humor. It would be useful in my life but really the person I would want to see is my younger self.
I would have a little advise for this historical figure. I would tell him of Sergeant Major Nelms who came to our platoon out of high school and ended his military career at Ft. Bragg NC when his parachute failed to open. Half of his original infantry platoon showed up at his funeral. The respect that young private commanded was real and down to earth. I say "Be that guy!" Take General Cloutier a three star general who never forgot the names of his original scout platoon that went into Panama with him, so many years ago and so many battles later he never forgot us. Be that guy! How about Hancock that young private that jumped right into ranger school and jumped up in rank. Now that we are all a little older he just calls out of the blue for no reason other than to hear your voice. Do not be afraid to fail, give it your best and respect everyone they all are good at something.
We all have war wounds and even better stories but many have demons real or imagined. Stay in touch with your team throughout the years keep them alive by that random call. Let them know they are all important and they are still serving. They need to tell their story and continue the work of protecting our country by raising and encouraging patriotism. Be a teacher, be a father, be pillar in the community. Be that guy that can forget himself in the service of others!

My younger self to talk over what I did wrong or should do differently so my life turns out better

My younger self. To talk and find out where I could have done better. And maybe do some things different

Benjamin Franklin

The most illustrious figures in early America to quote the honorable Judge Don Willett, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, 10/21/21. After urging the delegates at the Constitutional Convention to “adopt the new Constitution “with all its faults.”

Or John Hancock at the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Either would be an honor and a treat.

I would have loved to see Led Zeppelin in person, with all original members.

I thought about this a lot. My answer would be my Son when he is older and has kids of his own. The reason would be because, as a Military member/and father I was taught about honor courage and commitment and all the 13 leadership traits in the Marines. True leaders make great contributions in history around the world. Parents are the true teachers, leaders, and mentors for the next generation throughout time from Ancient times to present. Parenting crosses even to other species. And as a father I would love to know that I have given my son all the traits to continue on the founding principals that many fathers have passed down to his/her kids. Every significant person in history had a biological parents or not who has shaped them to what they become. And I would always teach my son to learn from the past history but make his own history into the future. He will never know whom he will inspire or what he will accomplish. Today is tomorrows history.

Ronald Reagan Great Man Great friend to the US Military!!!

Greetings,
I want to meet the great labor and civil rights leader Cesar Chavez, and thank him for all he did for our community. He knew firsthand the struggles farmworkers were facing during that time. He worked on improving the working conditions and living conditions. Furthermore, he accomplished this by nonviolent means. He founded the National Farm Workers Association and gained the respect of various political leaders at that time. On a personal note, my father and uncles were part of the Mexican Farm Labor Program or "Bracero Program." Their stories motivated me to join the Marine Corps, be a Police Officer, and obtain my degree "Si, se puede!"

I would love to talk with William Wilberforce, who led England's movement to end slavery in 1833, well before the US and without a Civil War. My second choice would be another William: Willaim Wallace! Braveheart is such an inspirational movie on the fight for freedom. Both gentlemen were heroes at great personal cost.

John Quincy Adams because he is my great x 3 Grandfather