THOMAS PETrI
AUTHOR | WRITER
Thomas Petri is an author driven by truth, precision, and a refusal to accept sanitized history. His works bridge personal experience, military valor, and economic power struggles.
Military Biography
A Vietnam veteran, Thomas served in Sub-Unit One, 1st ANGLICO, as a tactical air controller embedded with the Republic of Korea’s 2nd Marine Brigade. His front-line experience and respect for his fellow Marines inspired his first book, Lightning from the Sky, Thunder from the Sea — a tribute nine years in the making.
Professional Journey
After his military service, Thomas built a successful career in industrial sales and marketing. Later, he launched and ran two small businesses before retiring. Retirement gave him the time and space to pursue a lifelong passion for history and research — and ultimately, authorship.
Mission as an Author
Through his writing, Thomas aims to expose the forces—often unseen—that shape nations. His books challenge surface-level narratives and invite readers to see history with sharper eyes.