Héctor Santiago-Colón

Military Person

1942 – 1968

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Who was Héctor Santiago-Colón?

Specialist Four Héctor Santiago-Colón is one of five Puerto Ricans who have been posthumously presented with the Medal of Honor, the highest military decoration awarded by the United States. His actions on June 28, 1968 during the Vietnam War saved the lives of his fellow comrades.

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Born
Dec 20, 1942
Salinas
Nationality
  • United States of America
Died
Jun 28, 1968
Quảng Trị Province

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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