Family Rallies Around Their Wounded Soldier
by admin on Jul.01, 2009, under Rescues
This post honors not only the brave soldier who risked his life in a convoy attack, but also his family who was able to be there for him unconditionally during his long road to recovery. Capt. Alvin Eugene Shell Jr. was injured when a semi truck drove over an improvised explosive, and in the explosion spilled gasoline on the road. The gasoline quickly caught fire, and Shell found himself completely on fire while rescuing the truck driver and his sergeant. He suffered 3rd degree burns over 30 percent of his body.
It has been a long road of over 5 years of recovery. Shell feels blessed to have his family, who have all changed their lifestyles in order to be with him in his time of need.
“I think my family and my friends were pivotal,” he continued. “I couldn’t have recovered to the point I am right now. I think I would have healed — my wounds would have healed and scabbed over — but when you talk about actual recovery or you reach a point of wellness, I don’t think I would be that person today.” – Alvin Shell Jr.
Read the entire amazing account here.
