Sgt. Maj. Mario Fields, battalion sergeant major, Wounded

Sgt. Maj. Mario Fields, battalion sergeant major, Wounded Warrior Battalion - West, gives his speech to attendees of the 2018 Veterans Forum at the North Inland Live Well Center in Escondido, Calif., Nov. 8, 2018. The 2018 Veterans Forum is an event for active duty service members, veterans, military/veteran service providers, and community-based organizations can gather to learn about collaborative efforts serving San Diego’s military population. When Marines and Sailors are not deployed, they can often be found volunteering through various outreach programs within local communities representing the distinguishing Marine Corps values of honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Robert Alejandre)