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Ex-Soldier Travels Length Of Country To Take Inspirational Girl With Down’s To Prom

Ex-Soldier Travels Length Of Country To Take Inspirational Girl With Down’s To Prom

A really happy story that can brighten any day.

Patrick Hulbert

Patrick Hulbert

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This lad took his family friend's daughter to her prom when she didn't have anyone to go with.

What's more, Andrew Duffy travelled 459 miles to do so, as reported on Mail Online.

He went from Berwick-Upon-Tweed (in Northumberland, despite most people thinking it's in the Scottish Borders), to Devon to take 18-year-old Emily Wheeler to the ball, getting on a plane to be there. Top lad.

Andrew is mates with Emily's stepdad and mum and saw it as a pleasure to take her. He stated on Facebook:

"DOSENT SHE LOOK AMAZING!!!!

Well....Emily had nobody to take her to her prom.... so guess who jumped on a plane to Devon to take her to prom? Me! What an absolute honour and pleasure to be doing this. 2 most proud moments of my life so far is:

1. Serving my country
2. This moment

Emily turns 18 on Saturday. Happy birthday my friend."

Emily ready for the prom. Credit: Facebook

Emily has been a huge help from Andrew, who has been suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder after serving in Iraq. He said: "I don't think I'd be here today if it wasn't for her. I can honestly say that girl saved my life.

"When I spend time with her she just absorbs every bit of negativity. It is really quite amazing.

"I think the way forward is for PTSD sufferers to spend time working with people with special needs."

This is a very special friendship and we are delighted the pair of them had an amazing time.

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