He was a highly decorated Combat Vet...
Combat Infantryman Badge
Bronze Star
Purple Heart
Army Good Conduct Medal American Campaign Medal Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with arrowhead device and four campaign stars
World War II Victory Medal
Army of Occupation Medal
Philippine Liberation Medal with one service star
Glider Badge
Parachutist Badge
Army Presidential Unit Citation Philippine Presidential Unit Citation
Wow!
Thanks for posting the information about his service, and medals!