A hero is someone who puts others before themselves. Heroic acts can range from small gestures or actions such as saving countless lives. Heroes are known for their outstanding achievements and selflessness. Welles Crowther was a hero because he put other people's lives ahead of his own and sacrificed his life for others.. As Welles was growing up, he had an interest in helping people. Welles was born on May 17, 1977. As a child, Welles always was doing activities with his sister from practicing lacrosse moves to having pillow fights. Welles’ father gave him a red bandanna and he always kept it with him throughout his life. In high school, Welles played lacrosse and hockey. “He was the type of kid who would selflessly feed the puck to the