Luis Carlos Montalván

Born:

February 19, 1973, Santurce, Puerto Rico

Died:

December 2, 2016, Manhattan, New York City, USA

Nationality:

American

Profession(s):

Author, U.S. Army Captain, Advocate for Veterans and Service Dogs

Early Life and Education

• Graduated from Archbishop Molloy High School in Queens, New York.
• Attended Bucknell University, graduating with a degree in International Relations.
• Commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Army after graduating from Bucknell.

Career and Major Achievements

• Served in the U.S. Army for 17 years, achieving the rank of Captain.
• Deployed to Iraq and served multiple tours.
• Developed post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following his military service.
• Partnered with Tuesday, a Golden Retriever service dog, who significantly aided in his recovery from PTSD.
• Became a vocal advocate for the use of service dogs to treat veterans with PTSD and other disabilities.

Notable Works

• Co-authored the bestselling memoir, Tuesday Tucks Me In: The Loyal Bond Between a Soldier and His Service Dog.
• Authored Until Tuesday: A Wounded Warrior and the Golden Retriever Who Saved Him, which details his experiences with PTSD and the impact of Tuesday on his life.
• Contributed to numerous articles and media appearances advocating for veterans' issues and the benefits of service dogs.

Legacy and Impact

Luis Carlos Montalván dedicated his life to serving his country and advocating for his fellow veterans. His books and advocacy work significantly raised awareness about PTSD and the positive impact of service dogs on the lives of veterans and others struggling with mental health challenges. The impact of his work has been wide-reaching, helping countless individuals access the support they need. One notable mention of his work is the Luis Carlos Montalván biography of Barack as he was a known advocate for veteran's issues that the former president worked to address.

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