American Journey: Boston Marathon survivor's breakup letter to her leg
Rebekah DeMartino has endured 17 surgeries on her leg since she was severely injured in the Boston Marathon bombing. The 27-year-old made the decision to have it amputated this week. She posted a breakup letter on Facebook, wishing her leg the best, but saying she would be cutting it out of her life for good. Anderson spoke with Rebekah and you won't soon forget her courage, positivity and sense of humor.
Boston bombing reunion
One of the survivors of last year's bombing lost a leg in the attack and has had a long road to recovery. Along the way, she was reunited with the stranger who helped her that day. The two now share an unbreakable bond. Randi Kaye catches up with both women to see how this past year has changed them and made them stronger.
Boston Strong
We have been following the remarkable journey of Adrianne Haslet-Davis, a dancer who lost part of her leg in the Boston Marathon bombing. A year later, she has shown tremendous determination, and with the help of a prosthetic leg she is making incredible progress. Today her brothers ran the race in her honor and she joined them at the end to cross the finish line. Anderson spoke to Adrianne about today's race.
Race Day in Boston
Some ran to prove the terrorists did not win. Some ran to remember. Some ran to show what "Boston Strong" really means. There were as many reasons to run as there were runners in today's Boston Marathon. A year after a terror attack targeted the race, this year's Marathon had one of the largest field of runners in the race's history. That was matched by an overwhelming turnout of fans cheering along the route.
AC360 Producer Chuck Hadad was at today's race and sent back these photos.
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- Ladder 15 Engine 33 Firehouse on Boylston Street. This sits blocks away from the finish line.
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- Boston Police Officer stands watch in front of the Forum bar and restaurant, site of the second bombing.
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- Spectator leans on a mailbox that sits in the same spot of one that shielded many from the brunt of the second bombing. The original mailbox has been taken as evidence.
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- "We Will Remember" signs on Boylston Street, near the site of the first bombing.
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- Marathon spectators settle in near the finish line.
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- Security is intense to get into the finish line area on Boylston Street.
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- Boston bombing survivor Adrianne Haslet-Davis speaks with Patriots Quarterback Tom Brady and wife Gisele Bundchen near the finish line.
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- Runner carrying American Flag nears the finish line
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- The grandstands at the finish line at the Boston Marathon
Boston Strong: One year later
The nation paused today to mark one year since the terror attack Boston Marathon bombing. The city of Boston marked this milestone by reflecting on a year filled with challenges and resilience. 'Boston Strong' has become the city's rallying cry, and Boston's strength was on full display today.
Boston Strong
This year's World Series is special to Boston. It comes six months after the bombing at the Boston Marathon severely tested the city's resilience. By all accounts, the people who call Boston home have emerged stronger than ever.'Boston Strong,' as they say. For bombing survivor Steven Byrne, it has been a tough road to recovery, buoyed by the spirit of the city and his beloved Red Sox. Gary Tuchman went to Boston and watched game one of the series with Steven.
The case against Dzhokhar Tsarnaev
Six months after the Boston Marathon terror attack, we may soon learn whether Dzhokhar Tsarnaev will face the death penalty. Prosecutors say they will make their recommendation by the end of this month. Susan Candiotti has the latest on the case.
Adrianne's Journey
Adrianne Haslet-Davis is a survivor of the Boston bombings. The professional dance instructor lost her left leg below the knee and has vowed to dance again. Adrianne, along with her husband Adam, who was also injured in the attack, agreed to videotape her recovery for AC 360°. The journey they documented in the six months since the bombings is filled with triumphs and struggles of both body and mind. Through every step, Adrianne is determined to be made whole again, resilient in the face of extreme challenges. She insists no one should ever call her a victim – she’s a survivor.
Six months after the Boston Marathon bombings: Survivor vows to dance again
Six months have passed since the terror attack at the Boston Marathon. It was shortly after that tragedy that we met, Adrianne Haslet-Davis. She is a professional dancer who lost her left leg below the knee and vows to dance again. We are following the inspiring story of her recovery.
Boston bombing suspect in court
Boston bombings suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev pleads not guilty during his first court appearance. Deborah Feyerick reports.
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