The author is a former member of the Australian Regular Army.
He enlisted at 17 and was allocated to one of the Corps responsible for implementing Government policy through the application of combat power. He was a fighting soldier.
He served for 19 years (there was no point in doing 20 as all benefits that had been formerly attributed to this milestone had been removed from serving members) and conducted operations in Indonesia, East Timor, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Throughout his career he trained with foriegn armies in America, Indonesia, Germany, Kuwait, Dubai and Austria.
Since leaving he has worked as a private consultant for Health and Safety based companies in the resource sector. He has also conducted security and risk management work and training for companies in the resource sector both within Australia and overseas.
The author is an experienced trainer and delivers executive training into the private sector on Leadership, Management, Planning and Development and a variety of specific individual skill sets.
He was married, with children. He has separated from his wife and is now experiencing the joys of eating when he wants, cooking on the BBQ (a lot), watching what ever channel he likes on the TV and using the toilet with the door open.
asblackasmysoul 
Hello,
I came across your blog and am interested in your experiences as I am currently conducting a research for my masters in psychology dedicated to veterans and PTSD. (My objective is to identify potential moderators in prevention to PTSD dvt.)
I am really struggling to find participants who are able and willing to speak out, and wondered as such if you would accept to take 10 minutes to fill a questionnaire (that I can send you by mail)?
No obligation at all of course, but that would be very helpful.
If you have any question, feel free to contact me. And if you have any friends or contacts that would be happy to participate, feel free to pass on the questionnaire or my contact.
Huge thanks for your help that could make a difference.
Nadine