I learned about the Russian attack on Ukraine while I was playing on the computer. My wife came in and showed me a video of what was happening. This video shocked me.

At one time, I served in the US Marine Corps, was a member of the crew of an AAV amphibious armored personnel carrier. I was always interested in heavy equipment and heavy artillery. After serving in the Marine Corps, I became a compliance officer and received enough money to be able to pay my expenses. But at some point I decided to pay my tickets to war and join the fight in Ukraine.

In the Ukrainian army, you are immediately given a lot of equipment. You can buy what you think is necessary. But I completed many combat missions with only the issued kit - and that was it. Previous knowledge from the Marine Corps helped me advance in military service in Ukraine. But I must admit that a lot has changed in military tactics. In the US we learned to fight on our terms, primarily in the air, and here it is trench warfare. Here you have to be able to dig underground to stay protected from strikes, mortars, artillery, FPV drones and Mavericks.

I was pleasantly surprised by the hospitality of Ukrainians, especially the military. There is always food, always picnics, always friendly hugs and a lot of goodwill. They want to know as much about you as you can about them. I have friends in Ukraine whom I met on the battlefield. We became friends through the brotherhood of battle.

The attitude towards soldiers here is really good. We get housing, food, medical care, discounts on travel. Locals are happy to shake our hands, hug us, want to take pictures. It is really wonderful and makes you feel like a welcome guest.

If you want a modern military experience, then Ukraine is the place to get it. When I came here, I joined the military - and I did my job well. I hope you can do the same. And people will support you and encourage you. We are looking for loyal soldiers. Loyalty will help us win the fight.

I am fighting for the people of Ukraine, for their right to live freely. And I am fighting for justice because I hate to see people oppressed. Ukraine will win because Ukrainians do not give up. They are invincible. There are many struggles in the history of the Ukrainian people. Smaller countries have defeated larger ones in many battles in history. And Ukraine will become another one of those countries.

Glory to Ukraine!