Two US combat veterans have scaled Mount Everest.
What’s the big deal, you ask? Hasn’t that happened before?
Well, yes. And no.
You see, these two each were amputees. Each had lost part of a leg due to injuries sustained in combat. They are believed to be the first combat amputees to scale Everest.
The first was Thomas Charles “Charlie” Linville, age 30, a Marine veteran. He reached Everest’s summit last week.
This week, the feat was repeated by Army veteran Chad Jukes, age 32.
Fox News has a story about the two giving more details. It’s IMO worth a read.
Well done, men. Damn well done.
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5 responses to “Well Done, Men”
BZ to their great accomplishment.
You won’t see me doing that with my two good legs! Strong work!
BZ! Thank you for your service and sacrifice.
Congrats to both veterans – hopefully their efforts will inspire others to do the same.
Hugh comgrats….
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HOOOOOOOOAAH !!!!!!!