Telesforo Trinidad
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Telesforo de la Cruz Trinidad[5] (November 25, 1890 – May 8, 1968) was a Filipino[6] fireman 2nd class in the United States Navy who received the Medal of Honor for actions in Mexican waters[7] near La Paz,[8] on board the USS San Diego on 21 January 1915.[9] He is the second service member, and first and so far only sailor of Asian descent to receive the award in peacetime.[1][10] Trinidad served during both World Wars before retiring to the Philippines and living on his pension.[11]
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Born | (1890-11-25)November 25, 1890 Aklan, Philippines[1] |
Died | May 8, 1968(1968-05-08) (aged 77) Imus, Cavite, Philippines[2] |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Navy |
Rank | Fireman 2nd Class[3] |
Unit | USS San Diego[4] |
Battles/wars | World War I World War II |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
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On May 20, 2022, Navy Secretary Carlos del Toro announced that a future Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer will be named USS Telesforo Trinidad.[12]