In this episode, Aaron shares the powerful story of Pat Tillman—son, brother, husband, and NFL player turned Army Ranger. We explore Pat’s remarkable journey, from his early success in athletics and academics to the heartbreaking circumstances surrounding his untimely death while serving in Afghanistan. Join us as we honor the life and legacy of Pat Tillman.

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References for this episode:

Pat Tillman Wikipedia 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pat_Tillman   

Pat Tillman Foundation  

https://pattillmanfoundation.org/   

After Pat’s Birthday  

https://www.truthdig.com/articles/after-pats-birthday/   

BrainyQuote Patriotism 

https://www.brainyquote.com/search_results?q=Patriotism   

Behind The Bastards -The Bastards Who Killed Pat Tillman 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/06BnRB5uDVX4qV7HluJa1g?si=JNin61rrTxiHBXiR1Ynqsg  

The Rabbit Hole: Conspiracy Theories - Pat Tillman 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0q5TL69MepxtvloNsKEF0E?si=9668a98d39334c42   

History Uncovered - Episode 86 - Inside Pat Tillman’s Death By ‘Friendly Fire’ 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/14KgATu2A9ZvG4Qqm6Dowf?si=20c43eb8b48c4f78   

The Fallen Military Times Army Cpl. Patrick D Tillman 

https://thefallen.militarytimes.com/army-cpl-patrick-d-tillman/263007   

Pat Tillman’s First Mission

https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/PatTillman/pat-tillman-jessica-lynch-jon-krakauer-book-details/story?id=8536693 

Where Men Win Glory: The Odyssey of Pat Tillman by Jon Krakauer

Boots On The Ground By Dusk: My Tribute to Pat Tillman by Mary Tillman