His service began domestically in the United States and later took him to Afghanistan. The day of Vernon’s return was a moment he had long anticipated. The violence and strife he had witnessed were things he hoped to leave behind.
He dreamed of a simpler life, away from the chaos of the battlefield. Fortunately, his savings, combined with U.S. military subsidies, allowed him to purchase a modest home to return to. This home was more than just a structure; it symbolized a peaceful future he had fought hard to achieve.