#History: American Hero, Colonel Tedesco III shares his experiences as the US Army's 1-37 AR Task Force Commander during the intense 2md battle of Ramadi, Iraq. He discusses the challenges of urban combat, the strategies employed to secure neighborhoods, save lives, and the importance of genuine leadership in high-stress environments.

Colonel Tedesco reflects on his personal journey, the sacrifices made for family, and the ongoing struggles faced by veterans. He offers valuable insights for future leaders, emphasizing the need for authenticity, learning from others, and the importance of support systems for healing after trauma.

Chapters:

00:00 - The Battle for Ramadi: A Commander’s Perspective

13:07 - Leadership in Combat: Personal Experiences and Challenges

30:14 - Lessons for Future Leaders: Insights and Advice

36:57 - Healing and Moving Forward: Support for Veterans

About Vets And Badges Host:

Robert Asencio is a retired police Captain, former Florida State Representative, US Army Veteran who served as a member of the Special Operations community with over 34 years of public service experience.

Vets and Badges Podcast is an initiative of HEALING - a non-profit created to support veterans, first responder and community stakeholders.

For more visit:

https://www.kbcf.org/programs/healing-corp/

Info@VetsAndBadges.com

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VAB - 2026