Peace Through Strength: A U.S. Marine Shares His Story

Peace Through Strength: A U.S. Marine Shares His Story

Author: Discovery Institute Center on Natural and Artificial Intelligence May 16, 2026 Duration: 1:56:08
Major General Bobby Hollingsworth had a distinguished 38-year career as a U.S. Marine fighter pilot and in leadership roles including commanding the Marine Corps Reserve Support Command and serving as vice commander of Marine forces in the Pacific. After retiring, he was appointed by President George W. Bush to lead the National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve. In this full-length interview with host Robert J. Marks, Hollingsworth shares his life journey from dairy farm to fighter pilot, his perspective on the current state of U.S. military preparedness and leadership, and his insight into the evolution of military technology throughout his career. Source

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