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about Nicholas Alkemade a WWII pilot who survived a free fall of 18k ft (5km) on fire. Working at a chemical plant he was electrocuted and breathed toxic Cl gas for 15min. Then a burst pipe sprayed him with sulphuric acid. Then a 9ft long steel beam fell pinned him. Fully recovered from all.

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Fun Fact: about Nicholas Alkemade a WWII pilot who survived a free fall of 18k ft (5km) on fire. Working at a chemical plant he was electrocuted and breathed toxic Cl gas for 15min. Then a burst pipe sprayed him with sulphuric acid. Then a 9ft long steel beam fell & pinned him. Fully recovered from all.

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