Guest - LTC Mohamed Massaquoi

Lieutenant Colonel Mo Massaquoi has had an atypical military career to say the least. He started off as an enlisted sailor in the U.S. Navy, before moving up to become a naval officer, and then eventually, transitioning to the U.S. Army where he continues to serve on active duty. Over his ongoing 22 years of service, Mo has been through a number of great challenges and great successes, some of which he'll share with us during our interview.

Part 2 covers his time in the U.S. Army.

Disclaimer: The views expressed by LTC Massaquoi on this podcast are his own and do not represent the views of the United States Army, nor do they represent the views of the Department of Defense.

What You'll Get From Today's Show

Mo discusses his transition from the U.S. Navy to the U.S. Army and the numerous service culture faux pas he encountered along the way.

Mo talks about the various experiences as a company grade chemical officer and how he eventually gets a second chance at being a military aviator.

Mo shares stories of his professional growth as a field grade officer after transitioning career fields again to become an army strategist.

Mo reflects on some folks who helped him along his journey and how military service has affected his life.

Resources Related to the Topics Discussed in Today's Episode

Chemical Corps Past, Present, Future. A short article from the National Museum of the U.S. Army. https://armyhistory.org/the-u-s-army-chemical-corps-past-present-and-future/

CH-47 - The World's Most Iconic Helicopter. YouTuber and Air Force Public Affairs Officer Sam Eckholm takes viewers through a history and ride on the Army's CH-47 helicopter. https://youtu.be/g90QUoORmc0

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Guest - LTC Mohamed Massaquoi

Lieutenant Colonel Mo Massaquoi has had an atypical military career to say the least. He started off as an enlisted sailor in the U.S. Navy, before moving up to become a naval officer, and then eventually, transitioning to the U.S. Army where he continues to serve on active duty. Over his ongoing 22 years of service, Mo has been through a number of great challenges and great successes, some of which he'll share with us during our interview.

Part 1 will cover his time in the U.S. Navy.

Disclaimer: The views expressed by LTC Massaquoi on this podcast are his own and do not represent the views of the United States Army, nor do they represent the views of the Department of Defense.

What You'll Get From Today's Show

Mo discusses his path from civilian life to joining the U.S. Navy as an enlisted sailor.

Mo highlights some of his struggles in getting through the Navy's extremely difficult Nuclear Power School.

Mo talks about his transition to becoming a naval officer, facing failure for the first time in his life, and having the courage to follow a lifeline that allowed him to continue his military service.

Mo reflects on some folks who helped him along his journey.

Resources Related to the Topics Discussed in Today's Episode

USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74). Explore the history and images of the USS John C. Stennis from an incredible historical website. NavSource.org was created over 25 years ago to preserve U.S. naval history and is still maintained by a group of dedicated volunteers. https://www.navsource.org/archives/02/74.htm

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What You'll Get From Today's Show

On November 11th, 1918 the guns finally fell silent on the Western Front with the signing of a cessation of hostilities by the belligerents fighting in World War I. The significance of that event started a worldwide adoption of the day for remembrance and celebration that continues today over 100 years later.

Resources Related to the Topics Discussed in Today's Episode

The British Imperial War Museum. https://www.iwm.org.uk/

The Canadian War Museum. https://www.warmuseum.ca/

Arlington National Cemetery. https://www.arlingtoncemetery.mil/Explore/Tomb-of-the-Unknown-Soldier

A short history of the poem In Flanders Fields. https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/military-history/history-heritage/remembrance-ceremony/4.html

If You Want to Support The Podcast

You can help others find the podcast by leaving a positive review on whatever podcast player you're listening to it on. Please share a link to the podcast with a friend or family member who you think would enjoy listening to it. https://www.campironmountain.com.