Life and Times of Rage
A powerful memoir of resilience, faith, and the call to mentor.
Life and Times of Rage is the raw, inspiring true story of David Donald James — a man whose journey through the U.S. military, personal challenges, and life’s unpredictable twists forged a lifelong mission to lead, mentor, and serve…
About the Author
David Donald James is a USMC Force Recon veteran with over 25 years of experience mentoring youth and training Special Operations warriors. A lifelong servant-leader and man of faith, he has dedicated his life to shaping resilient, purpose-driven young men and women. Today, he channels his decades of leadership experience into working with at-risk youth in a state-funded program with a military structure — guiding them toward responsibility, accountability, and a brighter future.
Praise for the Book
Joseph Schmidt – U.S. Navy SEAL (Ret.), BUD/S Class
“The key to making it through Special Forces training is having a strong why, being a team player, and embracing the mindset that the only way out is in a body bag. Never quit! Rage, you're a great friend, servant leader, and warrior. I'm honored to know and serve with you.”
Rudy Reyes – U.S. Marine Recon Sniper, Actor (Generation Kill – HBO), Host of Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test (Fox)
“A powerful and inspiring book that shows how one man’s faith and leadership shaped the lives of countless young warriors.”
Major Fred Galvin – USMC (Ret.)
“Rage pulls back the curtain on a life lived at the edge of human endurance. From combat swims and airborne jumps gone wrong, to the sacred brotherhood of Force Recon and the fight to find purpose after the uniform, this story is one of grit, pain, and redemption.”
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