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The Legacy
of Henry Viscardi, Jr.

Born in 1912 with stumps instead of legs, Henry Viscardi, Jr. has been an inspiration to millions. This moving documentary presents the story of Viscardi's remarkable life. Overcoming tremendous odds, Viscardi graduated from high school and went to college. At the age of twenty-seven, Henry was able to utilize artificial limbs for the first time. As a pioneer of the disabled movement that revolutionized education, rehabilitation, and employment of the disabled, Viscardi founded the National Center for Disability Services and the Henry Viscardi School for the Disabled. Henry's wife and four daughters lovingly testify to his commitment and dedication. At the age of eighty-two, he still travels the world promoting his message: face the world boldly, always have hope, stop dividing it into able-bodied and disabled, and concentrate on what a person can do.

DATE: 1993

TOPICS:
Biography, History

CREDITS:
Ann Balderston-Glynn and Monsignor Tom Hartman; Director: Rose Russo

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:
Color
60 minutes

 

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