Jim’s father was a Korean War Veteran as a MP. Jim served during the Iran Hostage Crisis, Grenada, and Operation Earnest Will from 1980 – 1988 with the MOS of Combat Engineer. Jim’s son Stephen (Combat Medic) served 2 tours in Iraq and brother Mike who is a CSM for the Missouri Army National Guard: All U.S. ARMY Veterans.
Jim also served as a Reserve Police Officer and is currently a Corporate 1st Responder for Chrysler Group LLC where he has worked for the last 20 – years
Jim is the author and editor of three Books, “Spiritual Dogma,” “In the Words of a Leader,” and “To Gaze Into the Eyes of Hell” dedicated to Doc’s son.
Jim lives in Peru Indiana and Married to Vicki who is a RN
Jim is currently the Post Commander of AMVETS Post # 77, past 1st District Commander AMVETS (Indiana), the past AMVETS State of Indiana’s Americanism Chairman and a former Ambassador for the U.S. Army’s Freedom Team Salute Program.

Mr. Lederle has kindly offered to broadcast live from American Legion Post 888. Let’s welcome and thank him!

American Veterans Radio, Great music 24/7 world wide. Their cause is to bring a small piece of home to our Military Veterans wherever they may be, to recognize our 1st Responders for being available 24/7, spotlighting the wonderful talents of the Indie Artist and last but surely not least, bringing great tunes to their Listeners Worldwide – Live! Listen here.