The terrorist attacks of September 11 inspired a new generation of patriotism, and led many men and women to enlist in the military.
At age 19, Melroy Cort was among them.
He of course knew the dangers but never imagined 4 months into his deployment in Iraq, he would lose both his legs.
Now, 15 years later, he and his family are getting an incredible gift to honor his sacrifice and service.