Thread: Wow

What a remarkable and touching story. It is men like Brian guy who serve as a shining example of the virtues of bravery, dedication and sacrifice. Sir, you have my respect.

Totally agree Swan, would love to read his book but unfortunately he only had a a few printed.

This guy is a real gentleman, nothing is to much for him when it comes to advice about his and others War details. This is the type of chap he is:

"I am now rattling along in my 83rd year. Recently I have been re-classed from 100% severely war disabled, to "very severely war disabled" That was accompanied by the "Exceptional Injuries Award". I do find it very difficult to walk at all these days, but with my usual stubbornness I do... if only for very short distances."

Jim, what a guy! Seriously! Being a relatively fit young man (21) with mild arthitis, I sure can appreciate his determination in regards to walking.

I am now rattling along in my 83rd year. Recently I have been re-classed from 100% severely war disabled, to "very severely war disabled" That was accompanied by the "Exceptional Injuries Award". I do find it very difficult to walk at all these days, but with my usual stubbornness I do... if only for very short distances."

This guy should give motivational talks. Hed make a fortune.

I agree he has a very touching story. Someone you could look up too. It would be an honor to have been in his presence.

this guy is incredible.i wish i had such and predecessor.one brave man like him must have relatives that are proud of him.i would be and even if i`m not his relative he has my respect.

Yes, I agree. This is probably one of the most engaging stories that I have read in a while. This is why I love visiting this site.

Originally Posted by Jim

"I am now rattling along in my 83rd year. Recently I have been re-classed from 100% severely war disabled, to "very severely war disabled" That was accompanied by the "Exceptional Injuries Award". I do find it very difficult to walk at all these days, but with my usual stubbornness I do... if only for very short distances."

Awesome! This reminds me of my neighbor... he's 93 now and I see him walking down the sidewalk (albeit with a cane now) nearly every day. He doesn't go very far because of doctor's orders and they took his license to drive away just a couple of years ago, but he's truly an inspiration.

I have to smile wondering if he has a treadmill inside for days like today when it's snowing. Oh, yes, it *is* connected to the thread because *he* served proudly in WWII as well.

This guy is what you can call a hero, not with super powers. He can a national hero someday. I hope that their are more Brian out there.