Henry McNair

"Sometimes the right attitude can get you through more than all the fancy tech in the galaxy..."

- McNair, speaking in 2535

Henry James McNair, born 2489, was a career marine, serving in the Marine Corps as an Orbital Drop Shock Trooper for the majority of his life. He became well known in his company for his tough leadership style and general surly nature. Nonetheless, he was a respected individual within the helljumpers. McNair trained many troopers in his 37 years of service, including, Ash Mitchell and Richard Mack Junior. He fought against the and in the  until his death during the  in 2545.

Early Life
Henry James McNair was born in Dumfries, Scotland on September 9th, 2489. His parents both worked making arms for the UNSC in a local factory. Although poor, he lived a reasonably happy childhood. However, rather than be sucked into one of the various gangs that resided in and around his hometown, he enlisted in the Marine Corps at the age of eighteen, along with two friends.