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Brendan Marrocco. Courtesy/Twitter
A handshake may be a country gentlemen's contract, but it's also one serviceman's dream come true. No verbal promise could beat this deal.
Army veteran
Brendan Marrocco is the first surviving double-hand transplant recipient and hopes to share his first handshake with country star
Blake Shelton, reports the Taste of Country blog and Country Music Television.
“Hey Brendan @BMarr86…. I can’t WAIT to shake the hand of an American Hero/Stud… You my brother,” Shelton tweeted.
The veteran responded: “Holy mother of God!! I can’t wait. I’m a huge fan and really looking forward to it. Thank you.”
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