#615 Dexter Cole Army Veteran; 10 Mar 2026

The Lost Art Project: Veterans’ Voices · Mar 10, 2026 · 1h

Dexter Cole, an Army Veteran from a small town in Oklahoma, knew early on that college wasn’t his path. Instead, he chose to serve — enlisting in the United States Army as a truck driver, not fully realizing where that decision would take him. After completing boot camp and Military Occupational Specialty training, Dexter found himself assigned to a Special Forces unit in a support role — an opportunity few could have predicted. Working alongside the Special Forces community, he sharpened his skills in driving, logistics, and operational support in high-demand environments. His service…