Stephen Alexander Morrell, 1956-1996

Major Stephen A. Morrell (USAF) was a pioneer in many areas of skydiving, including CRW and BASE jumping. These photos of an early base jump he made in Black Canyon, Colorado were found after his death.  On the back of the first, Steve had written the following quote: 

"What kind of man would live a life without daring? 

Is life so sweet that we should criticize men that seek adventure? 

Is there a better way to die?" 

Charles Lindberg August 26th, 1938

From the next photo in the series, his answer was obviously, 

"No!"

Blue Skies, Steve... 

...Shine On, You Crazy Diamond 

Steve held C-12422, D-14306, BASE-174, CCS-56, Night CCS-8, CCR-185, Night CCR-26, 4-Stack-225, Night 4 Stack-55, Half Dome-35, Naked CRW #1 (there is a story about this..)

A scholarship has been established in Steve's memory at his alma mater, The Citadel.  Send donations to:

The Steve Morrell Memorial Scholarship Fund

ATTN: The Citadel Brigadier Foundation

171 Moultrie St.

Charleston, SC 29409