20 years ago, UNK senior Lance Blythe left college to serve his country

In 2001, 19-year-old Lance Blythe watched the 9/11 terrorist attack. After watching the horrific event, he decided to join. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. In 2004, Blythe was deployed to Iraq. In 2019, he enrolled in classes at UNK.

September 11, 2021Updated: September 25, 2021

By News Channel Nebraska

20 years ago, UNK senior Lance Blythe left college to serve his country

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