The primary purpose of Liberty Communications, LLC is to support those who serve in uniform – past, present and future – while instilling traditional American values. In addition to executing a worldwide Army-oriented, high-adventure career exploration program for young men and women ages 13-18 - Extreme Military Challenge! (XMC) - Liberty Communications owns and does business as Camp Liberty, XMC Tactical, Ranger Corporate Adventures and EMS Fast-Track.
Although our primary focus is towards those who serve in uniform, we are available to assist any individual, group or organization which is civic-minded and dedicated to having a positive impact on others. We look forward to serving you, your school, club, church or organization.
Camp Liberty is a special place, dedicated to the men and women of the Armed Forces and First Responders, who epitomize the American Spirit! Camp Liberty is owned by Liberty Communications, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Corporation, registered as a foreign corporation in the State of Alabama.
The company provides a variety of educational and consulting services, in partnership with the non-profit Liberty Leadership Institute (an Alabama 501(c)3). We are home to the world-renown Extreme Military Challenge!, providing introductory training for young men and women who are interested in a potential uniformed career, or desire a challenge within a highly structured environment.
Camp Liberty is owned by Liberty Communications, LLC, a Service Connected Disabled Veteran-owned business. Liberty Communications was formed in 1999. Specifically, the name was chosen to honor the service of former Master Sergeant Joseph W. Crawford, the late grandfather of Joseph M. Land, Sr., the President of Liberty Communications.
The name Liberty Communications is a tribute to the men and women – past and present - who have served as members of the Armed Forces.
MSG J. W. Crawford
WWII, 101st ABN Div.
A proud patriot, MSG Crawford served in the 101st Airborne - the Screamin' Eagles - during World War II. He was captured and held as a Prisoner of War. After 29 days of captivity, he was liberated by the allies and returned to his unit. MSG Crawford received the Bronze Star (two awards), Prisoner of War Medal, Combat Infantry Badge and several other personal and unit awards during his years of service to our country.
Subsequent to his military service, Mr. Crawford worked for the railroad industry. He rose from shoveling coal to becoming the Engineer. Over a 30+ year career, he retired as a Vice President of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers.
Mr. Crawford passed away in 2014 at the age of 93. He was buried in uniform with military honors.
Joseph M. Land, Sr.
President
Liberty Communications, LLC
Veteran, U.S. Navy
Joseph M. Land, Sr., is a veteran of over 50 years in a military environment, including ten years on active duty as a public affairs professional, all starting as a Cadet in the Chicago area at 13. His active duty service took him to 34 countries worldwide in a variety of capacities.
Joe is the former Commander and past Chief of Staff of a nationwide Cadet program. Having led Cadet programs at all levels, he has served over 15,000 Cadets. He has 25+ years experience executing leadership programs at all levels. He was appointed to the position of Honorary Colonel in the Alabama State Defense Force in February of 2019 by Governor Kay Ivey.
He has served as a Department of Defense contractor, most recently working as a Project Manager in support of the Army Recruiting College supervising eight curriculum design professionals. He previously served as a Program Manager at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center leading a team of 20 who support military troops suffering from TBI/PTS.
Joe is the President of Liberty Communications, LLC, providing training, career counseling and coaching services for over 10,000 military and government personnel worldwide. He has owned and operated Camp Liberty, in Battleground, Alabama, since 2016.
Joe is married to Dana Land, a career nurse and the most dedicated "cat lady" in the world.
Joseph M. Land, Jr.
C0-Owner
Liberty Communications, LLC
Joseph M. Land, Jr. is co-owner of Liberty Communications, LLC, responsible for the front-line supervision and execution of Cadet training. He is also the Admissions Officer for Extreme Military Challenge!, acting as the direct liaison for parents and prospective Cadets.
A former Cadet, he brings a firsthand passion for the value of XMC training as it impacts our Challengers. Joseph has spent 20+ years developing and operating military-oriented training programs, serving thousands of young men and women worldwide.
Joseph is a certified Rope Rescue Technician and Rappelmaster through Rescue 3 International. He is also certified as a Rangemaster through the National Rifle.
He is the loving husband of Sara. Joseph and Sara have the two most adorable grandchildren on earth (grandpa is writing this!), Violet and Casper.