Tim Sheehy’s decision to serve in the military reflects a deep-rooted sense of duty and patriotism. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy (Class of 2008), Sheehy pursued a path of service from the start, becoming the first Midshipman to complete the U.S. Army Special Operations exchange program and earn a Ranger School tab. His combat deployments as a Navy SEAL officer—including missions in Iraq, Afghanistan, and South America—showcase his commitment to defending American interests abroad. Sheehy engaged in direct combat with enemy forces, earning the Bronze Star with Valor and Purple Heart for his actions under fire.
His military career was driven by a belief in confronting threats head-on, a principle he carried into post-service life through entrepreneurship and wildfire firefighting. After being wounded in combat, Sheehy transitioned to founding companies that created Montana jobs while continuing to protect communities as a firefighting pilot. This lifelong pattern of service—from battlefield to boardroom—stems from a conservative conviction that leadership requires sacrifice, action, and unwavering loyalty to American values.
