Daniel Leonard Reinders saved Doug Knoell from drowning, Valentine, Nebraska, June 22, 1980. Doug, 8, was wading in the Niobrara River when he lost his footing and was carried toward a series of three low waterfalls. Daniel, 17, high-school student, entered the water and swam after Doug; but before contact was made, both were swept over the falls into a rocky area where the current was rapid. Doug went under. Daniel submerged and brought Doug to the surface. With some difficulty because of minor leg injuries inflicted by the rocks, Daniel towed Doug to wadable water. 57501-6520
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