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The world has said goodbye to Paul Alexander, known lovingly as “The Man in the Iron Lung.” After contracting polio as a child, he was left dependent on the machine that helped him breathe — a towering iron lung that surrounded his body for over 70 years.

But Paul never allowed that machine to define him. Instead, he chose to define his life by resilience, courage, and an unshakable will to live fully. 🌍❤️

Within those confines, he achieved what many might have thought impossible: he earned a law degree 🎓, practiced as a respected attorney ⚖️, and later became an author 📖 whose story inspired millions across the world. His voice, though sometimes filtered through the hum of the iron lung, carried wisdom, wit, and unbreakable spirit.

His brother, Philip, shared these words after Paul’s passing:
“I am so grateful… It allowed him to live his last years stress-free and will also cover his funeral costs. It’s incredible to see how many were inspired by Paul.”

Paul’s story was not one of limitation, but of possibility. He taught us that strength is not measured by what our bodies can or cannot do, but by how fiercely we choose to live despite the odds.

Though his body has now found rest, his legacy remains alive — in every person who dares to rise above their circumstances, in every dream pursued against all odds, in every reminder that the human spirit is stronger than steel.

Paul Alexander will be deeply missed, but his light will continue to shine — a testament that even in the harshest constraints, life can still be limitless. 🌹✨