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Gonzales, Pablo

Nationality:
American (1776 - present, Republic)

Biography

December 1941: Joined the Army
December 1944: Wounded
28 January 1945: Sergeant/ tank commander
31 October 1945: Discharged from army

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Awarded on:
1944
For his courage and gallantry in action in the defence of a bridge in Stavalet, Belgium. His unit managed to destroy four tanks in the process.
Silver Star Medal (SSM)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Head wound after a Tiger tank hit the back of his Sherman in the Battle of the Bulge. His sergeant instantly died.
Purple Heart
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)

With five campaign stars
World War Two Victory Medal

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