Travis Mills
Recalibrated Warrior, US Army Veteran
SSG Travis Mills
Retired United States Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills, of the 82n
d Airborne, is a recalibrated warrior, motivational speaker
,
actor, author and an advocate for veterans and amputees. Travis
’
s
New York Times
best-selling memoir, Tough as They Come, is
currently available on sale in bookstores everywhere. Despi
te losing portions of both arms and legs from an IED while on a
ctive
duty in Afghanistan, Travis continues to overcome life
’
s challenges, breaking physical barriers and defying odds. Travis lives by
his motto:
͞
NEVER GIVE UP. NEVER QUIT.
͟
On April 10, 2012, SSG Travis Mills was critically injured on his third tour
of duty in Afghanistan by an IED (improvised explosive
device) while on patrol, losing portions of both legs an
d both arms. He is one of only five quadruple amputees from the
wars in
Iraq and Afghanistan to survive his injuries.
Thanks to his amazing strength, courage, an incredible will
to live, the heroic actions of the men in his unit, the
prayers o
f
thousands, and all the healthcare providers at the Walter Reed Army Medi
cal Center, near Washington D.C., Travis remains on
the road to recovery. Every day is a battle, but Travis continue
s to astound friends and family alike with his progress and w
ith
his amazing spirit. SSG Travis Mills is a genuine American hero
, and for his incredible sacrifice, we are forever in his
debt
.
In September 2013, Travis founded the Travis Mills Foundation, a nonprofit o
rganization, formed to benefit and assist combat-
injured veterans.
Travis also founded the Travis Mills Group, LLC where he c
onsults with and speaks to companies and organizations natio
nwide
inspiring all to overcome life
’
s challenges and adversity.