Fisher completed his initial post-commissioning training in 1964 and 1965, and was assigned to the 508th Infantry Regiment, a unit of the 82nd Airborne Division.[1] He served with the 508th during its participation in Operation Powerpack, the United States action in the Dominican Republic during that country's 1965–1966 civil war.[1]
From 1983 to 1984, Fisher was a student at the Naval War College.[1] After his graduation, he served as assistant chief of staff for plans, operations, and training (G-3) for the 7th Infantry Division.[1] He commanded the 3rd Brigade, 7th Infantry Division from 1986 to 1988.[1] From 1988 to 1990, Fisher served at the Pentagon as chief of technical management for the Army staff.[4]
In 1972, Fisher married Brenda Sue Perry of North Carolina.[3][9] They are the parents of a daughter, Tara, whose career has included serving as associate provost for planning, assessment, and evaluation and dean of enrollment management at The Citadel.[3][8][9]
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