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Then when I went to Iraq and saw the strength and character the men and women in our military service exhibit every day and their belief in what they're doing, I knew I wanted to get that on film and share it with everyone. They are my inspiration.

Yeah, I volunteered to support the troops, and get out there and show them that we care about them.

Everyone has a story that makes me stronger. I know that the work I do is important and I enjoy it, but it is nice to hear the feedback of what we do to inspire others.

I have incredibly positive associations with the military.

All the people who fought for freedom were my heroes. I mean, that was the sort of story I liked reading... freedom struggles and so on.

Stories have a special way of putting us inside the people, inside the boots of the soldiers. You're absorbed in a way a documentary or nonfiction can't do for you.

Spending time with America's soldiers is always inspiring.

While shooting 'The Unit', I went to the Middle East twice to see the troops. I met some great men and women.

Personally, it was a big honor for me meeting so many families of the fallen soldiers and hearing their stories.

I don't think I have been loved by my troops, but I think I have been respected.