CPT Jessica Ruth

CPT Jessica Ruth sat down with me for Heroes I Know. Seventy-nine minutes. Joe Benson dubbed her the Queen of PATRIOT. She was our fearless leader as we defended the nation's interest around the world. She was my commander.

This American has shot, in real life, more Patriot missiles in live action than anyone. She stood at the forefront of America's defense. The front line. Duty without fail and without fault.

Four total American Patriot intercepts. Her team engaged an enemy missile. Days later she was part of the engagement that destroyed a friendly British Tornado. Unusual flight patterns. The system classified it as a HARM. Then two more enemy missiles in the days after. Four intercepts. That is the record.

The tribute slideshow is still here. The conversation is the story. Thank you, ma'am. That is why we hit record. Get the story on tape before we are too old or too sick to tell it.