That’s right, the leader of the Autobots. The freedom fighter for the popular 80s cartoon series is a member of Ohio’s 5694th National Guard Unit. What? You think I’m crazy, don’t you? Well, read below buddy.

According to ywkc.com; “A member of Ohio’s 5694th National Guard Unit in Mansfield legally changed his name to a Transformers toy.

Optimus Prime is heading out to the Middle East with his guard unit on Wednesday to provide fire protection for airfields under combat.

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