Marine veteran Aaron Mankin, a Rogers, Arkansas native, is celebrated for his resilience and advocacy for veterans. After a severe injury from an IED explosion in Iraq in 2005, Aaron endured nearly 70 surgeries and became a leading voice in veteran support, inspiring initiatives like UCLA’s Operation Mend for wounded service members. In this Veterans Day episode of *I Am Northwest Arkansas*, host Randy Wilburn delves into Aaron’s powerful journey of recovery, resilience, and advocacy. Aaron shares insights into the physical and mental challenges he faced, the invaluable support from family and fellow veterans, and the importance of community involvement in veteran causes. His story is a testament to courage and community support.
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