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The Silver Star Metal was awarded posthumously to Pfc. Mitsugi Ben Takamoto who was killed in action during the Korean War, July 29, 1951. The Silver Star is the third highest military award designated solely for heroism in combat. It is awarded for distinguished gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States or while serving with friendly forces against an opposing enemy force.
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3 1/2 x 6 1/2 in. color slide 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 Epson Expression 1600 Photoshop 7.0 None 2800 RGB 24 Bit 4200 x 4513 54.2 Tiff
United States--Armed Forces--Japanese Americans Korean War, 1950-1953--Medals Takamoto, Mitsugi Ben Korean War, 1950-1953--Participation, Japanese American
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