Student-Veteran Oral History Project
Jarred Eads Interview
Interviewer Name
Anissa Baksh and Amanda DeLuca
Context for Interview
The interview of Jarred Eads was conducted by Anissa Baksh and Amanda DeLuca for their Honors 101 Oral History Project. The Oral History Project record the histories of student veterans for posterity.
Brief Description of Interview
Jarred Eads discusses his early life through high school and what led him to enlist in the military. He explains why he chose the Air Force, elaborates on his experiences in basic training and the units he served in, including the Honor Guard, air traffic control, and the impact each made on him. He tells about his deployment to Kuwait and Jordan and the various bases in the U.S. He tells many stories of his military career, including the circumstances that led to his decision not to re-enlist. He speaks about his current college plans as well as his future aspirations. He concludes with advice for anyone considering military enlistment.
Part two: https://youtu.be/-Rf_UMDcZkQ
Duration of Interview
1 hr 55 min
Date of Birth
1993
Birthplace
Tampa, FL
Gender
M
Dates of Service
2013-19
Branch/Units of Service
Air Force
Theaters/Locations of Service
Air Traffic Control, Honor Guard, Weapons; Altus AFB, OK; Keesler AFB, MS; Nellis AFB, NV; Creech AFB, NV
Operation Inherent Resolve
Highest Rank Attained
E-4/Sr. Airman
Major Course of Study
Computer Science with minor in Cybersecurity
Publication Info
2019.
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