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When Is a Hero Not a Hero Insurance Case and Daring
A long examination of heroism contrasts brave acts and foolhardy risks. It cites Enri Rouet who saved a drowning girl and died, the Tanner couple who perished while saving each other, and the Raifuku Maru rescue attempt where lifeboats were not launched. The Homeric diverted to aid, yet could not save the Raifuku Maru. It also recalls Old Tom Lee who saved 32 on the Mississippi, Roald Amundsen’s Arctic expedition, and the debate on rescue risks versus prudent limits. The piece ends reflecting on the ultimate sacrifice of Christ.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enri Rouet
Cher
France
Rouet
Mahomet
Robert Service
Robert
Hugh Walpole
Memphis
Mississippi River
M. EL Norman
Tom Lee
Zev
Spitzbergen
Roald Amunden
South Hole
Lincoln Eilsworth
North Pole
Kings Bay
Amundsen
United States
Wilbur
Navy
Secretary of the Navy
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