Profile: American vets who lost limbs in war discover skiing
Profile: American vets who lost limbs in war discover skiing
21 December 2006
CBS News: The Early Show
On the "CBS Evening News with Katie Couric" Wednesday we showed you how some of the hundreds of American troops who have lost limbs in action have found new adventures skiing. Well, this morning we have much more on these brave vets finding new lives on the slopes and beyond.
As part of his mountain training during his 17 years in the Marine Corps, William "Spanky" Gibson had been on cross country skis a couple of times, but that was before the war in Iraq.
Mr. SPANKY GIBSON (Lost a Leg in Iraq): I was walking on the patrol and then a sniper ended up--just dropped me in the middle of the street. Got me right in the kneecap and put me down.
posted by db @ 8:32 PM
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First of all I give most respect to Spanky Gibson for his bravery and positivity to inspire civilians and marines alike around the world.
It's been a year and a half since the incident, but there is no time capsule for inspirations.
I wish you the best Spanky G.
Best regards,
Daniel Chege.
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