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He was discharged from the Navy on May 25, 1946 and then married Shirley on
June 14, 1947. He later received medals for the American Area, European Area,
Asiatic-Pacific Area, Philippine Liberation, two Purple Hearts, a Good Conduct
Medal and a WWII Victory Medal. To most, he may seem like an average man, in
his hobbies of painting and collecting and repairing clocks. However, to me, he
will always be an idol. From Mr. Watson's story, it is easy to see how this man
is a true American hero and will be, for generations to come.
June 14, 1947. He later received medals for the American Area, European Area,
Asiatic-Pacific Area, Philippine Liberation, two Purple Hearts, a Good Conduct
Medal and a WWII Victory Medal. To most, he may seem like an average man, in
his hobbies of painting and collecting and repairing clocks. However, to me, he
will always be an idol. From Mr. Watson's story, it is easy to see how this man
is a true American hero and will be, for generations to come.