I’ll never forget my Army number or my experience as a young soldier. I came of age after the war so I didn’t see active service, but I know about disability and how it can affect an able bodied person. I worked as a stunt man for many years and had friends who suffered accidents while performing and many were crippled for life as a result. Knowing them inspired me to create what was my first invention – “Orange Aids” - a system of attachments to wheel chairs and worktops which enabled the user to do ordinary chores like open tins, sweep the floor etc.

I admire the team trying to do this journey in 13 days and wish them all the luck in achieving this record. It is a grand undertaking but I think the cause they are supporting is most worthy. Damaged soldiers returning from war zones deserve help, and I know from experience what a difference it can make just knowing help is at hand, and that there is a chance of getting better.