Daniel Braswell was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. He began studying acting in high school in Virginia before spending the first years of his adult professional life wearing a US Navy uniform. As an actor Daniel has focused on TV and film. He has continuously added to his capabilities through constant training that has included improvisation work, as well as developing small arms handling and equestrian skills for film.Daniel's extensive military career began as an enlisted man, but eventually he became a commissioned officer and naval aviator, piloted both helicopters and multi-engine airplanes, and commanded a helicopter squadron deployed in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Additionally he lived and operated throughout North and South America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and the Caribbean before retiring at the rank of Captain.