New documentary details inspiring recovery of soldier who lost all 4 limbs

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The Associated Press

In this Friday, Aug. 8, 2014 photo, Staff Sgt. Travis Mills arrives at the Blaine House in Augusta, Maine. Mills lost four limbs when an improvised explosive device detonated under him in Afghanistan. He survived, along with his sense of humor and determination, to become an advocate for wounded warriors. On Saturday, he continued his efforts by jumping out of a plane with Maine’s first lady Ann LePage, wife of Gov. Paul LePage in northern Maine. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)

MANCHESTER, Maine — A soldier who lost all four limbs during an explosion in Afghanistan and went on to start a foundation for veterans is sharing his story in a documentary on Netflix.

U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills’ documentary, “Travis: A Soldier’s Story,” debuted Monday. The documentary details his family, fellow soldiers and his recovery.

In 2012, Mills was wounded by a roadside bomb during his third tour of duty in Afghanistan. He survived but lost his limbs.

Mills started a foundation to help soldiers like himself who suffered combat injuries. He and his family continue to travel throughout Maine as they raise money and spread awareness for veterans’ issues.

He and his wife, Kelsey, announced last month that they’re expecting their second child, a boy.