This comprehensive biography explores the life of Brian Eisch, a decorated US Army veteran whose journey has been marked by both extraordinary service and profound personal loss. From his military career to his current passions, we delve into the experiences that have shaped him.

Wiki/Biography

Brian Eisch was born in 1974 (age 49 years as of 2023) in Hortonville, Wisconsin. He graduated from Hortonville High School in 1993, after attending Shiocton High School from 1980-1990. He later pursued a General AAS degree at Central Texas College in Texas (1994).

His life took him to Wahiawa, Hawaii (1997), where his oldest son, Isaac, was born. A year later, he moved to Fayetteville, North Carolina (1998-2001) before settling in Saint Robert, Missouri (2001), the birthplace of his youngest son, Joseph “Joey.”

Following a divorce, he relocated to Hohenfels, Germany, with Isaac. Further moves included La Crosse, Wisconsin (2007), where he instructed college students, and finally New York (2009).

Physical Appearance

• Height (approx.): 5’8″
• Hair Color: Dark Brown
• Eye Color: Dark Brown

Family & Ethnicity

Brian Eisch is of White American ethnicity. Information about his parents is limited. He has two brothers: Shawn (a state water conservation officer) and Kevin (who has worked for various Wisconsin state agencies). He also has a twin sister, Brenda Eisch Van Sambeek.

Relationships, Wife & Children

Brian divorced his first wife in 2004, retaining custody of his two sons, Isaac and Joseph. He remarried on May 30, 2015, to Maria Eisch, who works at the Ontario Health & Fitness Center. Sadly, he lost his son Joey in a tragic accident in July 2015.

Career

Brian joined the US Army in 1992 as an Airborne Ranger. His service included roles such as:

• Infantry at E-52 INF LRS ABN (1994-1997)
• ROTC Instructor at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (2007-2009)
• Platoon Sergeant at Watertown-Fort Drum, New York (2009-2010)
• Wounded Warrior at Warrior Transition Unit, Fort Drum (2011-2012)

He retired from the Army in 2012 as a Master Sergeant after 20 years of service.

Soldiering and Parenting

Brian faced the challenge of balancing his military career with raising his two sons after his divorce. He often cites his sons as major sources of motivation. Following his deployment to Afghanistan, his sons lived with their uncle while adapting to a new environment and school.

Deployment to Afghanistan: A Life-Changing Event

Brian’s deployment to Afghanistan in 2010 with the 10th Mountain Division was part of President Obama’s troop surge. During a mission in Kunduz province, he lost his left leg while saving an Afghan policeman. This event ended his military career.

Awards & Honors

Brian’s military achievements include:

• Five out of six NCO of the Year awards
• Induction into the Audie Murphy Club
• Purple Heart
• Bronze Star for Valor

Facts/Trivia

Brian enjoys bass fishing, often mentioning it as a source of solace. He also purchased a bass boat after his military service. He is a sports enthusiast, especially baseball, and a compassionate animal lover.

His life story is the subject of the Netflix documentary “Father Soldier Son.”

Brian Eisch’s Military Service Timeline