H95.18.1160

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24-Sep-53
8 in HIGH x 7.25 in WIDE
(20.32 cm HIGH x 18.41 cm WIDE)
The Oakland Tribune Collection, the Oakland Museum of California. Gift of ANG Newspapers
H95.18.1160






Clipping on the back reads, "Marine Pfc. Ralph Todd, probably the last man wounded in the three-year-long Korean war, received the Purple Heart medal from Capt. Bruce E. Bradley, Oak Knoll commanding officer, yesterday. He was hurt four hours after the war's end." Photo shows a young African American soldier, with his left arm in a sling, receiving his medal from the officer.

Used: Oakland Tribune

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