Rory Fanning: From Ranger to Resister

Rory Fanning: From Ranger to Resister

A soldier's personal quest to find honor in choosing not to answer the nation's call.

2017 · 13 min · War, Documentary

After ex-NFL star turned soldier Pat Tillman's death is covered up by the U.S. Army, Rory Fanning is discharged from the Army for resisting a second combat tour. Back home, he walks across the country while studying the history of war resistors.

Directed by Michael A. Behrens

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