Mike farrell
Actor, Producer | St. Paul, Minnesota
Mike Farrell is an actor, producer, and lifelong activist whose career reflects both creative success and deep personal conviction. Born in St. Paul, Minnesota in 1939, he moved to Hollywood as a child and later served two years in the U.S. Marine Corps, reaching the rank of private first class. That time shaped a quiet discipline that would follow him through life.
Farrell is best known for his role as Captain B.J. Hunnicutt on “M*A*S*H,” one of the most iconic television series in American history. Off-screen, he went on to produce films like “Patch Adams” and starred in the NBC drama “Providence.” But his influence extends well beyond entertainment.
For decades, Farrell has been a fearless voice on issues like human rights, veterans’ care, and abolishing the death penalty. He served as president of Death Penalty Focus and worked internationally in places like Somalia and Bosnia as a humanitarian and advocate.
Whether onscreen or on the ground, Farrell’s career has always pointed in one direction: toward justice, compassion, and service, values rooted in his Marine Corps past and lived out every day since.
andrew mccormack
Firearms Instructor & Community Leader | Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Andrew McCormack is a decorated Marine Corps veteran and lifelong firearms educator whose career reflects a deep commitment to service, safety, and community. Born and raised in Minnesota, McCormack served 18 years in the U.S. Marine Corps, rising to the rank of staff sergeant. His military tenure included roles as a motor transport maintenance chief, combat weapons instructor, and head of personal security for the commander-in-chief of the U.S. Pacific Fleet. He also served as a security forces cadre assistant instructor at Pearl Harbor, training thousands of Marines in firearms proficiency and personal protection techniques.
After retiring from active duty, McCormack channeled his expertise into founding Precision Firearms Training LLC in Detroit Lakes. As a certified gunsmith and instructor, he offers comprehensive firearms education, emphasizing safety and responsibility. His certifications include NRA Pistol and Rifle Instructor, Civilian Marksmanship Program Master Instructor, and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Firearms Safety Instructor.
Beyond his instructional roles, McCormack serves as the department commandant of the Marine Corps League in Minnesota, leading 15 detachments statewide and advocating for veterans’ affairs. He holds a BA in criminal justice with concentrations in homeland security and forensic psychology, integrating this knowledge into his teaching to provide a holistic approach to firearms training.
McCormack’s dedication to service extends to his family life. He and his wife Kate, who also holds a leadership position within the Marine Corps League, reside in Detroit Lakes with their children. Their son, Connor, serves as sergeant-at-arms for the League, exemplifying the family’s commitment to community and service.
From the battlefield to the classroom, Andrew McCormack embodies the Marine Corps ethos of “Semper Fidelis,” remaining always faithful to his mission of educating others and serving his community.