The 14 honorees inducted as the Class of 2013 represent nine western Pennsylvania counties, three branches of the military, and received four types of medals awarded for gallantry. A list of honorees can be found at www. soldiersandsailorshall.org. PSN Soldiers & Sailors is the nation’s only military museum dedicated to honoring the men and women of all branches of service, and in all capacities (Active, Reserve and Guard). The historic building was designed by renowned architect Henry Hornbostel and has exhibits covering all of America’s conflicts, from the Civil War to our present operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. The museum offers a unique look into American history by telling the stories of the individuals that served our country through military equipment and personal mementos, as well as detailing the effects our military conflicts have had on society. To learn more, visit www.soldiersandsailorshall.org.
The following 14 honorees were inducted US Army Staff Sergeant Michael J. Boback, Silver Star Medal, World War II US Army, Private First Class, James G. Boots, Silver Star Medal, Vietnam War US Army Private First Class John F. Frankovich, Silver Star Medal, World War II US Marine Corps Sergeant David M. Gerardi, Silver Star Medal, Operation Enduring Freedom US Army Staff Sergeant William C. Gutknecht, Silver Star Medal, World War II US Army Sergeant Clarence R. Humbert, Silver Star Medal, World War II US Marine Corps Reserve Second Lieutenant Donald E. Johnson, Distinguished Flying Cross with Gold Star, World War II US Army Technician Fifth Grade Thomas Jones, Jr., Silver Star Medal, World War II US Army First Lieutenant, Michael V. Kravontka, Distinguished Service Cross US Army Air Corps, Staff Sergeant, Gene A. Laus, Distinguished Flying Cross with Oak Leaf Cluster, World War II US Marine Corps Corporal, Thomas A. Manol, Silver Star Medal, World War II US Army Air Corps, First Lieutenant, Robert S. Negle, Soldier’s Medal, World War II US Air Force Sergeant Frank J. Pierce, Distinguished Flying Cross US Army Sergeant, Dennis K. Walker, Distinguished Service Cross, Silver Star Medal, Vietnam War
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