Born into Buffalo, New York’s projects, Reg Owens enlisted in the Marine Corps when he was 18 years old. 30 years later he retired, a highly-decorated veteran of 3 combat tours in Vietnam, having also achieved the rank of Sergeant Major, a pinnacle among the ranks of enlisted Marines. He went on to earn his Master’s degree and began his next successful career in academia. His years of volunteerism to community and social causes is as illustrious as his military record. His life of understated heroism and service is explored in this inspiring episode.
Reginald Owens
