> LA Walker is a decorated combat veteran and former U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer Apache pilot. His aviation journey began at age twelve, and by twenty‑three he was flying Apache attack helicopters on active duty. His military career ended due to combat injuries and Gulf War illnesses. A lifelong survivalist, Walker is the author of *Providing Comfort*, *SHTF: Society Hits Terminal Failure*, *Warrior Skillsets*, *The Best You*, *Homesteading on a Shoestring*, and *Safety Off*, a hostage‑rescue novel.