Gadson, 44, has served in every major U.S. military conflict of the past two decades. In Iraq, he lost both legs and use of his right arm in 2007 when his brigade was caught by an improvised explosive device (IED) after traveling from a memorial service. Last summer, Gadson was promoted to direct the U.S. Army Wounded Warrior Program, which cares for ill and injured soldiers, veterans and their families. Five conflicts over 17 years — how do you keep going back?
I think you’re always kind of aware that there’s dangers out there. And there’s times you’re reminded how precious life is. … But I think that sense of duty is your higher cause, your higher purpose.
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