Terry McGhee's life has been defined by service; service to his family, his fellow soldiers/officers, and his country. He was kind enough to chronicle all of this and much more in the latest episode of the QP.
You'll learn about Terry's childhood and upbringing, his career in the NYPD, involvement in counterterrorism operations, and the life-changing spinal cord injury he sustained during a deployment overseas. Terry highlights his journey of recovery and rehabilitation, his return to work, his role in a significant investigation and conviction, retirement and family life.
Takeaways
- Dedication to service and community
- Transition from military service to law enforcement
- Impact of injury on life and perspective Recovery and rehabilitation are aided by strong support systems.
- Returning to work and the support received are crucial for individuals recovering from injuries.
- Investigative work and convictions play a significant role in law enforcement and justice.
- Retirement and family life bring new challenges and opportunities for individuals.
- The hypothetical scenario of being able-bodied again reveals personal desires and aspirations.
Chapters
- 00:00 The Evolution of Service
- 06:59 Boxing and Physical Strength
- 14:55 Career in the NYPD
- 19:58 Counterterrorism Operations and Injury
- 27:59 Recovery and Rehabilitation
- 34:14 Returning to Work and Support
- 41:53 Investigation and Conviction
- 47:27 Retirement and Family Life
