Born in Maine, U.S.A., Earl served in the U.S. Army, and the U.S. Marine Corps, retiring as Sergeant. He is also retired from many years with TRW. Earl keeps abreast of current events, and politics, analysing all aspects. He is also a Military analyst/strategist, studying all upgrades in hardware, tactics, and procedures. As a regular attendee of the MMMM, the membership can be assured of his timely, and accurate predictions. Earl is also an active Radio Amateur, and Internet Surfer.