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Frank P. Witek
World War II Medal of Honor Recipient / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Private First Class Frank Peter Witek (December 10, 1921 – August 3, 1944) was a United States Marine who was killed in action on August 3, 1944, in the Battle of Finegayan, Guam. For his heroism and sacrifice of life, he was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. He was the 28th Marine to receive the Medal of Honor during World War II.
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Frank Peter Witek | |
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![]() Frank P. Witek, Medal of Honor recipient | |
Born | (1921-12-10)December 10, 1921 Derby, Connecticut |
Died | August 3, 1944(1944-08-03) (aged 22) Guam, Mariana Islands |
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Allegiance | United States of America |
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Years of service | 1942–1944 |
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Unit | 1st Battalion, 9th Marines |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Medal of Honor Purple Heart |
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