"A former British paratrooper returns home after 28 years
LEE YEON SIL Reporter
| 2026-10-11 07:22:25
There are truly many extraordinary people in this world. This man is one of them. How could he traverse 29 countries entirely on foot, without relying on any form of transportation? He must have faced near-death experiences numerous times. Being able to walk alone for nearly 30 years was thanks to his sheer mental fortitude, physical endurance, and willpower. It is said that if he walks just 400 kilometers more, he will reach his hometown where his mother is waiting. How anxious his mother must have been all this time? I applaud him for arriving safely in England and returning home soon. Once again, I am reminded of just how far human limits can reach."
[ⓒ Global Economic Times. 무단전재-재배포 금지]
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