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Heroic

Read inspirational true stories of real life heroes who acted in brave ways. These acts of heroism could have come from news articles or personal stories—but they’re all encouraging to see people be strong in the face of danger. Click a story to read from our collection below. We have everything from heroic dog and animal stories to first responders who showed up at the right time.

Heroic

Brave Dad Battles Bear In Home To Protect His Twins Sleeping In Next Room

By Bailey Sizemore

Heroic

For 30 Minutes, Philadelphia Police Officer Laid on Hot Asphalt Next to 80-Year-Old He Couldn’t Save

By Mel Johnson

Heroic

Dog and 11-Year-Old Boy Save Neighbor’s Home from Fire

By Aaron Brown

Heroic

6-Year-Old Injured While Shielding His 4-Year-Old Sister So Captain America Sent Heartfelt Message

By Mel Johnson

Heroic

Actress From Glee, Naya Rivera, Mustered Enough Strength In Final Moments To Save 4-Year-Old Son

By Mel Johnson

Heroic

Hero Teacher Shows Up At Hospital After Student’s Parents Ask Her To Come Get Their Newborn Baby

By Aaron Brown

Heroic

Lost Boy With Autism Wanders Off In Nothing But Diaper But Dogs Surround Him Until He’s Found

By Mel Johnson

Heroic

Man Was Drowning And The Brave Hero Who Saved Him Is A 12-Year-Old Cancer Survivor

By Alyssa Forsberg

Heroic

Classic Mister Rogers Neighborhood Video Clip With Officer Clemmons Gets Even More Powerful

By Juston Hugue

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Stranger Steps in for 7-Year-Old Orphan Weighing Just 8-lbs and Her Love Is Saving Baby Ryan

By Mel Johnson