Melissa Stockwell Biography

Melissa Stockwell is an American war hero who has triumphed over personal tragedy to achieve greatness World Champion status and she has dedicated her life to chasing remarkable accomplishments while giving back to others particularly those who face challenges similar to her own. After enduring numerous infections and surgeries Melissa was medically retired from the Army. She is the first female to ever lose a limb in active combat and has been awarded both The Bronze Star Medal and the Purple Heart. Following her military career athletics become a way of life for Melissa. In April of 2008 she became the first Iraqi War Veteran to qualify for the Paralympics. She competed in three swimming events and was honored by her fellow Team USA athletes to be selected to carry the American flag in the closing ceremonies. After Beijing Melissa turned to the sport of Paratriathlon and is now a three-time World Champion. She was named USA Triathlon's female Paratriathlete of the Year for two consecutive years and was twice nominated for an ESPY award.

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