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Korean war veteran, Sergeant First Class (Ret) Modesto Cartagena

National Archives and Records Administration2000-12-02

U.S. National Archives

U.S. National Archives
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Korean war veteran, Sergeant First Class (Ret) Modesto Cartagena, one of the highest decorated men of the conflict, during a ceremony being held at the US Army Reserve center in Puerto Nuevo, Puerto Rico, marking the presentation of a plaque honoring the bravery and sacrifice of all veterans of the Korean War. Much praise was given to members of the fighting 65th Infantry veterans, who were some of the most highly decorated soldiers of the Korean War

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  • Title: Korean war veteran, Sergeant First Class (Ret) Modesto Cartagena
  • Creator: National Archives and Records Administration
  • Date Created: 2000-12-02
  • Location: Usarc Puerto Nuevo, Puerto Rico
  • ID: 330-CFD-DA-SD-02-09193
U.S. National Archives

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