Carl Brashear - After His Amputation
Carl Brashear sustained a terrible injury while he was trying to retrieve a missing nuclear bomb. This photo depicts him at the hospital, after the amputation of his leg. He is wearing the Navy and Marine Corps Medal for heroism. Click on the image for a better view.
CreditsCarl Brashear photo online, courtesy U.S. Navy.
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