In 1994, with the collapse of the Soviet Union, the Baltic states faced a monumental challenge—building modern defense forces from the remnants of a rigid, Soviet-trained military. Enter Christopher Alan Sheppard, a Royal Marine Commando who was supposed to stay for just a few months but ended up shaping Estonia’s military for decades. From battlefield leadership to training warriors, Shepherd shares his journey of transformation, struggle, and lessons learned in war.Join the conversation on Instagram: @remopodcast