Brave veteran dad who became a quadruple amputee in an IED explosion in Afghanistan aged 24 reveals how he sent medic AWAY to save his comrades

 A young father and veteran who lost all four of his limbs during his third tour in the Middle East is sharing his brave story of survival. 

Staff Sgt. Travis Mills, of Hallowell, Maine, was critically injured on April 10, 2012, when an improvised explosive device went off after he set down his ammunition bag, causing him to lose portions of both arms and legs.

His injuries were so bad, he even sent away the medic attending to him away thinking he would die, saying, 'Get away from me, doc. You go save my men. Let me go. Save my men.' 

Now, Sgt. Mills, a quadruple amputee, has dedicated his life to inspiring others and helping other wounded and injured veterans.

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Brave solider: Staff Sgt. Travis Mills (above with wife Kelsey and daughter Chloe) lost portions of both arms and legs during an IED explosion in Afghanistan

Brave solider: Staff Sgt. Travis Mills (above with wife Kelsey and daughter Chloe) lost portions of both arms and legs during an IED explosion in Afghanistan

Tragedy: Sgt Mills (above) is one of only five soldiers to return from the Middle East a quadruple amputee, and now spends his time inspiring others by sharing his story of survival

Tragedy: Sgt Mills (above) is one of only five soldiers to return from the Middle East a quadruple amputee, and now spends his time inspiring others by sharing his story of survival


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