Having decided the military was his destiny at a young age, Dave Coleman persevered through his schooling whilst dealing with a stammer he developed. Dave credits his time in the Royal Marines and their training methods for helping him to improve his confidence and ability to perform under pressure. After a grenade blast on tour, Dave picked up some injuries and an Afghan flesh eating disease, and has since gone on to launch a training business to help potential recruits build the skills necessary to join the Royal Marines.

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After completing basic training and joining the King's Own Royal Border Regiment, Mark Harding went on to experience multiple tours during his time in the Infantry. Shot in the neck by a sniper, Mark was left paralysed from the neck down and told he'd never walk again. Mark has since gone on to defy this diagnosis and has completed incredible fundraising challenges for military charities, including walking the length of the UK, during which he raised tens of thousands of pounds for Scotty's Little Soldiers charity.

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After experiencing childhood on both sides of the globe, Annette Laurie left school aged 16 and became an adult overnight. Joining the Royal Navy first as a reservist, and eventually as a regular, Annette served 26 years years in multiple roles across the globe, including Dubai. A keen interest in the Law took a backseat when tragedy stuck Annette's family...

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Former Paratrooper Nick Dunn experienced tours of Afghanistan & Iraq before joining the Private Military Circuit, leading him to his career in anti-piracy and maritime security. A routine sailing encountered incoming weather, forcing the team into Indian waters, where the problems began. A tough judicial system led to Nick and 34 other individuals being remanded in custody without trial for months, and Nick served over 4 years in Chennai Prison...

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Tara Robertson's army career began at the age of 18, with the Royal Logistics Corps (RLC). Enjoying her tour of Germany and unit life, she was then posted to Northern Ireland. Aged just 22, Tara suffered a serious head and brain injury at the hands of an 800lb vehicle based IED on camp. Tara endured a difficult stint in hospital and rehabilitation process resulting in her being medically discharged due to the damage to her vision from the blast. Focusing her recovery around physical activity, Tara competed in the cycling events at the Invictus games, participated in Race Across America, and continues to inspire and help others as a Help For Heroes Ambassador.

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Serving his full ticket with the RMP, ending as RSM, Rick Mounfield travelled the world in a CP role with the regiment protecting Ambassadors & dignitaries in the heart of Africa and beyond. A fast paced and exciting career soon passed, and when faced with a return to active duty, Rick left to pursue a career with Optimal Risk Group, an industry leader in global security. Rick has held positions like Chief Executive of the Security Institute, and is one of only 172 people to be awarded the highest accolade of Chartered Security Professional (CSyP).

As RAF Aircrew Liz McConaghy completed 10 tours of Afghanistan, 2 Tours of Iraq, and was the longest serving female aircrew member on the aircraft, serving 17 years. At 21, she was also the youngest Aircrew to deploy to Iraq, and completed 4 years as the only female on the crew, leading to her title 'Chinook Crew Chick'. An extensive career with the MERT team ultimately met an end when Liz was medically discharged due to physical injury, and this is where her own battle began, fighting demons picked up along the way...

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Having decided the Army was his destiny aged 8, Rob Shenton began his career with a decision to make, REME or Int Corps. Having held multiple roles and ranks, Rob experienced the aftermath of battles and assisted in the rebuilding of local communities. Workplace pressure, lived experience and personal loss led Rob to suffer with depression and in this episode he details his recovery journey, which includes the infamous Marathon-Des-Sables, the Everest Marathon, and becoming a Help For Heroes Ambassador.

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A childhood in the Scottish highlands led Andy Torbet to become a natural outdoorsman, joining the local diving club aged 12 and pursuing activities like climbing & water-sports. The forces were always Andy's goal, and he enjoyed a string of high-risk roles in the British Army, including Bomb Disposal. A successful career led him into cave-diving adventures, stuntman roles, television presenting and high-altitude skydiving.

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Making his way through the ranks in the REME Corps, Simon Brown experienced postings to Germany, Kosovo & Iraq. A kinetic second tour of Iraq led to him being shot in the face by a sniper, resulting in the loss of one eye, and 20% remaining vision in the other.

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