Veteran who lost both of his legs in combat reenlists in the Marine Corps
A veteran who lost both legs in combat has reenlisted in the US Marine Corps. The reenlistment ceremony was held at the Pentagon Hall of Heroes. The veteran, a former radio technician and machine gunner, had previously deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan.
He later changed his role to Explosive Ordnance Disposal. Further details about the veteran's service and reenlistment are available from the Department of Defense. The ceremony was attended by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, who praised the veteran's representation of the US military.
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