The man that Cuba Gooding Jr portrayed in this film, Carl Brashear, passed away today at the age of 75. I don't know how long this article will remain online, but you can read about it at http://www.cnn.com/2006/US/07/25/brashear.obit.ap/index.html
Great movie about an extraordinary man.
Rest in peace Carl.
Mike
Yea just read that.......
First Navy diver to remain on active duty with a fake leg/arm etc.....
Rest in peace.... May God watch over you.
We are but dust and bones......
Just read the article :(. Rest in peace.
shareR.I.P. Mr. Brashear. You were a symbol of strength and hope for all.
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I would like to personally thank Mr. Carl Brashear for everything he has done to pave the way for other African American Men of honor, in our U.S Navy. May God rest his soul in sweet heavenly peace.
shareamazing movie...amazing person!!
I still wonder,how can a person be so strong like this...really inspired me a LOT.
Carl was an inspiration to many while being a very humble man. With the support of his family, you can contribute to the Carl Brashear Memorial Fund which will be used to 1) help youth bless folks that have lost a limb and 2) fund Carl Brashear Memorial youth scholarships to youth in our community that want to further their education and want to aspire to reach for greatness.
This fund is being managed by a non-profit 501(c)3 entitled Youth of Honor Foundation (http://www.youthofhonor.org) whose mission so to assist youth in achieving their fullest potential in life. I invite you all to visit the site and learn more on how we are keeping Carl's inspiration alive for our next generation.
Tom Grason
Executive Director - Youth of Honor Foundation
http://www.youthofhonor.org
A Blog From a Navy Captain and reader Comments
http://www.neptunuslex.com/2006/07/31/rest-in-peace-master-chief/#comments
Rest in Peace Master Chief
EWSN Hanson
A GREAT MOVIE ABOUT A GREAT MAN ..........TO ME HE WAS A GREAT SOURCE OF INSPIRATION AND HE PUT THE MEANING IN THE WORDS "AGAINST ALL ODDS."
THANKYOU FOR EVERYTHING MR. BRASHEAR...I LEARNED ALOT ABOUT NEVER GIVING UP
MAY HE REST IN PEACE .........
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