I once read an article about a young man who was paraplegic and who managed to climb the Mount Fuji, despite of his handicap. After a little research, I found out informations about this feat, and so I have chosen to speak about this fact because I think this guy is really courageous.
His name is Keegan Reilly. He’s only 22, and he lost the use of his legs in a car crash, years ago. He studies informatics in Oregon, and went to Japan in order to climb the Mount Fuji, which is a famous mountain at 3,776.24 m (12,389 ft). Many people are going there to climb it by foot, but Keegan Reilly managed to clamber up the mount in wheelchair and without any help. His wheelchair was special and made-to-measure to make easier the rising.
After managed the climbing, he said he was very proud of his feat and he hoped it will be an inspiration for other persons.
Mount Fuji
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