Lieutenant Colonel Fishman is a judge advocate who teaches NL 400, Law for the Junior Officer, at the U.S. Naval Academy. He has deployed three times and is currently completing a PhD in leadership studies, with research focused on combat-injured military veterans. The views expressed here are the personal opinions of the author and do not represent the views or endorsement of the Department of Defense, U.S. Marine Corps, or any government agency.

Articles by Dillon Fishman

A Marine Corps officer candidate receives the Eagle, Globe and Anchor at Officer Candidates, signifying that the candidate has earned the title of Marine.

The Secret to Recruiting

By Lieutenant Colonel Dillon Fishman, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve
January 2025
Young Americans today still want a uniquely noble calling filled with challenge and meaning. Military recruitment offers that.
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Military Leadership Requires Good Citizenship

By Lieutenant Colonel Dillon Fishman, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve
August 2021
The military has a sacred obligation to care for the young men and women who pledge their lives in service to the nation, including preparing them to return to society.