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Born and raised in Covington, Virginia. Enjoyed outdoors sports and the woods and rivers of Appalachia. Joined the Navy out of highschool. Had 5 children (3 boys and two girls). Of the boys, two became Marines and the youngest joined the Army. The youngest, SGT. Shawn E. Dressler was killed in Bagdad on June 2, 2007. I wrote a book: "Raising Cannon Fodder: Gold Star Dad" about him.
Military Experiences
Jul 1970 - May 1973
Electrical Division LPO
Maintained and repaired electrical equipment throughout the boat. Supervised the electrical division. Stood watches in the engineering spaces. Transferred to the Nuclear Power Training Unit near Idaho Falls, Idaho for 3 years to complete my 8 year enlistment. Trained prospective enlisted and commissioned officers to serve in the nuclear submarine and surface fleet.
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Camping
Competitive Shooting
Motorcycles
Reading
Swimming
Writing
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