What do you think about THIS for a Vetran's abilities?

Maj Chris Nelson — Sat, 07 Jun 2014 20:55:50 -0400

So, Age 89, popped himself out of a nursing home, traveled from England to France, and showed up, complete with medals to the Beaches of Normandy Ceremony. What do you think of THIS??!!
http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/national-international/262156811.html?_osource=SocialFlowFB_CTBrand

Missing WWII Vet Turns Up in Normandy for D-Day Event

A British World War II veteran, who had gone missing from his nursing home in England on Thursday night, turned up in France on the beaches of Normandy, wearing his medals, for the 70th anniversary of the D-Day...

Response by SSG Jeffrey Spencer made Jun 7 at 2014 9:36 PM

SSG Jeffrey Spencer — Sat, 07 Jun 2014 21:36:58 -0400

Awesome! That is why we won the war. Pure determination. Dedication to duty and the brothers served. It's a great story.

Response by 1SG Jeffrey Bergeron made Jun 7 at 2014 10:24 PM

1SG Jeffrey Bergeron — Sat, 07 Jun 2014 22:24:19 -0400

Pure determination!

Response by SPC David Beam made Jun 7 at 2014 10:49 PM

SPC David Beam — Sat, 07 Jun 2014 22:49:10 -0400

It seems to me that this gentleman is more up to date in his E&E than most of us.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 7 at 2014 10:52 PM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 07 Jun 2014 22:52:49 -0400

And he did it without a PT Belt or safety brief!

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 8 at 2014 12:47 PM

Col Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 12:47:51 -0400

And the ferry company that gave him a ride to the beach committed to giving him free rides there anytime he wants. That's awesome!