Judith Pearson is a retired psychologist now applying her skills as a freelance writer and copy editor to a wide variety of projects. She is a member of the Naval Order of the United States, The 1805 Club, and a Distinguished Toastmaster with Toastmasters International.
Captain John Rodgaard USN (Rtd) has over 41 years with the naval service of the United States, including 12 years as a petty officer and 29 years of commissioned service as a naval intelligence officer. He was the recipient of the Naval Institute's History Author of the Year award in 1999. He is chairman of The 1805 Club.
