JOHN CAPEHART
Team
Waitlist, Blues Warriors, Warrior Gear Swap
Position
Forward
Birthdate
February 28, 1988
Branch:
Army
Rank:
E-4 SPC
Years of Service:
5
MOS:
31B Military Police
MOST Memorable Moment from the Military:
While deployed to Ramadi, Iraq, I was pulling security from my turret when a frantic young Iraqi boy came running up. The interpreter came over and said the boy seen men planting bombs on our route. We contacted EOD, who confirmed the boys story and disposed of the IED. The next time we were in that area I signaled for that kid to come over. With the help of my interpreter, I told him that he saved several lives by telling us about those bombs, and that I'm proud to call him a friend. Then I pinned a set of MP crossed pistols on his collar. He was ecstatic and all his friends were jealous. One of my proudest moments.
Number One Lesson Learned While Serving:
Personal fulfillment come from acts of selflessness.
What Was Your Inspiration for Serving:
Love of country and long family history.
CuRREnt Job:
I supervise three resource closets and one mobile closet for foster families. We provide clothes, baby items, household items, toys, and diapers to foster families free of charge. I work for Central Missouri Foster Care and Adoption Association (CMFCAA)
