It’s easy to come up with names of heroes for inspiration, isn’t it? The first to come to mind are those extraordinary people we learned about in school, or contemporary figures who made the news. Many of these figured in famous battles and other conflicts. But what about the lesser-known, peace-minded heroes?
One unknown individual who received recent accolades in film is Desmond Doss, the Army medic whose religious beliefs would not permit him to carry a gun in World War II. Hacksaw Ridge, starring Andrew Garfield, was nominated for several Academy Awards, and it won best film editing and best sound mixing. The film tells the story of a man who demonstrated extraordinary courage when he risked his own life to save several of his fellow soldiers during the Battle of Okinawa. In addition to spectacular cinematography, it also serves as a source of inspiration for many.
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