The Waterers

This video features David Medrano, a Mexican American veteran who reflects on his 20-year military career spanning the Army Reserve and U.S. Air Force, including deployments during Desert Storm and humanitarian missions abroad. He shares how service shaped his identity, strengthened his pride in his heritage, and deepened his commitment to leadership, family, and guiding younger generations with discipline, respect, and opportunity.

What is The Waterers?

a series of stories and reflections shared across generations. These episodes were created by young artists seeking to honor stories shared with them by family members across the state of Minnesota.