“My most impressionable experience was with my drill instructors, MGySgt Danielle Hendges and GySgt Shirene Warner.

They were both extremely tough and motivated me out of my mind! More importantly, they pushed me to be the very best version of myself. As a direct result of their training and guidance, I was the Honor Graduate and promoted to Lance Corporal (E-3) out of boot camp. From there, I reached the rank of Sgt (E-5) in less than 2 years, which is typically accomplished only after 4 plus years of service.”

• Leasha West

Leasha’s full story appears in the book ALeapofFaiththeMenandWomenWhoServedPost911.com

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