From Poverty to Patriot: Immigrant’s Journey in the U.S. Military ????????

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This week’s Urban Valor episode features Marine and Army veteran Jose Valenzuela. Jose was born in Mexicali, Mexico. He grew up in poverty and came to the United States around the age of 7. In today's episode, Jose shares of his immigrant journey to the United States and the U.S. Military. After Marine recruiters visited his high school, he was inspired to join the military. Jose spent 13 years in the Marines and 7 years in the Army before retiring as a Staff Sergeant. He’s conducted several deployments and worked multiple occupations while in the military. Jose leaves us with advice about getting VA benefits upon transitioning out of service. #military #veteran #urbanvalor #army #marines

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@Mr.Krazybones

2 years ago

I like this guy's energy. That was a good one to watch

 

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@phettywappharmaceuticalsll8842

2 years ago

I Can see why he was a great recruiter. I’m 43 and he’s got me wanting to go back in

 

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@reecewiddows4802

2 years ago

Cheers for the shout out mate ????????????????????????

 

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@jdr1006

2 years ago

Really good interview. Very interesting military career

 

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@saileshnatenatesan8495

2 years ago

Awesome interview, thanks ????????

 

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@isaaklopez6806

2 years ago

great story teller this man

 

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@ConservativesAreDummies-gk1hl

1 year ago

One of the best videos yet.

 

 

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@HornetsNest121

2 years ago

great story teller!

 

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@CBirds

8 months ago

Thank you for your service to OUR country.

 

 

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@nicblank09

2 years ago

Love this guy

 

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@gonzo79er

1 year ago

“If you see one of those take a picture, it’s like a fkn unicorn” had me rolling

 

 

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@trevorgirard4257

2 years ago

Nobody gonna talk about this guy's mechanic teacher with the name Mr auto hahaha

 

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@G.Harley.Davidson

1 year ago

Damn I wished he would have talked more about the VA. I’ve been battling them for my GI Bill for four fckn years.

 

 

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@isaaccota7728

1 year ago

This one was bunk I’m not going to lie

 

 

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@garrisongroup5008

2 years ago

"Seeeek one"

 

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@williamwilson9283

2 years ago

 

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@Realitycheck327

2 years ago

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@ConservativesAreDummies-gk1hl

1 year ago

He talks just like a recruiter.

 

 

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@nicblank09

2 years ago

Love this guy