Show notes
In this powerful episode of Operation Onward, we sit down with Scott Gatto — a Marine Combat Veteran and founder of Reunite The Fight, a nonprofit dedicated to reconnecting Veterans and reigniting their sense of purpose.
In Part I, Scott opens up about his early life, the events that led him to enlist in the United States Marine Corps, and his harrowing firsthand account of the first 48 hours during the Battle of Fallujah — one of the bloodiest and most pivotal battles of the Iraq War. This is a raw, unfiltered, and gripping story of combat, brotherhood, and resilience. Topics Covered in This Episode:
In Part I, Scott opens up about his early life, the events that led him to enlist in the United States Marine Corps, and his harrowing firsthand account of the first 48 hours during the Battle of Fallujah — one of the bloodiest and most pivotal battles of the Iraq War. This is a raw, unfiltered, and gripping story of combat, brotherhood, and resilience. Topics Covered in This Episode:
- Growing up with grit: Scott’s childhood and what drove him to serve
- Marine Corps boot camp and early experiences
- Detailed account of the first 48 hours in Fallujah
- Trauma, leadership, and survival in combat
- Why he founded Reunite The Fight for Veterans
- Reunite The Fight: https://www.reunitethefight.org
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