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COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO. -- When it comes to fighting for your country, you won't find many as experienced and accomplished as Reuben Fuller.

Reuben Fuller served in the military for more than 30 years. He fought in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He even served in the same unit, the 27th Infantry, for all three wars, earning the Combat Infantryman Badge for them.

The list of his accomplishments does not end there. He suffered an injury in Korea, and he earned the Purple Heart. In August 2011, with some assistance from Congressman Doug Lamborn, Fuller received his sixth Bronze Star, the fourth highest combat award given through the military, for his service in World War II.

The Lamar, Colo. native was originally drafted into the service out of high school, serving a tour in the Philippines. Given the choice to come home after the tour, Fuller instead chose to continue his military service in Japan.

Eventually, he fought in the Korean War, oftentimes serving on the front lines. That is when Fuller suffered an injury while in charge of his troop near Seoul. He was leading troops in tanks across rice paddies when he was ambushed by Chinese soldiers with machine guns. He sustained various injuries, but was able to return to the battle field a few weeks later.

Fuller went on to fight in the Vietnam War. He led troops around the region, acting as a supplier and defender to his troops. Here is where he led a dangerous mission that eventually won him his first Bronze Star.

After the military, Fuller went on to volunteer his time for the youth. Now, the 87-year-old is retired but still finds ways to stay active in the country he fought so hard and selflessly to protect.