Richard James Ditlow III serves in military and wrestling
Sergeant 1st Class Richard James Ditlow III balances more than 20 years of military service with a civilian water treatment career and a 13-year run in professional wrestling, dvidshub.net reported. Assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 213th Regional Support Group, Ditlow serves as a food program manager.
Originally motivated to join the Pennsylvania Army National Guard by patriotism and a sense of adventure following the September 11 attacks, Ditlow built a career centered on equipment oversight and meal preparation resources for Soldiers. His military milestones include a water mission in Syria and various water purification deployments.
Allentown Water Treatment Career
Off duty, Ditlow works as a water treatment plant operator in Allentown, Pennsylvania, managing drinking water and wastewater operations across the Lehigh Valley. His civilian occupation complements his military logistics experience, reinforcing his focus on essential infrastructure and community support.
Recently, the 213th Regional Support Group recognized Ditlow as NCO of the Quarter. He credits the guidance of several first sergeants for shaping his military trajectory and emphasizes personal accountability in uniform.
The National Guard doesn’t change you. You change through the National Guard. You have to be the driving force behind your own career.
Sgt. 1st Class Richard James Ditlow III
Wild Samoan Wrestling Ring
Between 2007 and 2020, Ditlow maintained a parallel career in professional wrestling under the ring name he developed during training. He trained under WWE Hall of Famer Afa Anoa’i and the Wild Samoan Training Center in Allentown before performing with WXW on regional television.
He shares his life with his wife and daughter, viewing his multi-faceted background as part of a broader drive to assist others during emergencies and daily operations alike.
Your career doesn’t define you. I’m a guy who wants to help people out.
Sgt. 1st Class Richard James Ditlow III
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard James Ditlow III’s military occupational specialty?
Ditlow serves as a culinary specialist with the military occupational specialty 92G, functioning as a food program manager for the 213th Regional Support Group.
Where did Ditlow train for professional wrestling?
He trained under WWE Hall of Famer Afa Anoa’i and the Wild Samoans at the Wild Samoan Training Center in Allentown, Pennsylvania, performing later with WXW.
What does Ditlow do in his civilian career?
He operates a water treatment plant in Allentown, managing drinking water and wastewater systems across the Lehigh Valley.
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