World War II lieutenant elaborates on Bronze Star, Purple Heart experience

FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. – Peter Scotese, a World War II Veteran speaks with Col. Robert Thomas, 92nd Air Refueling Wing Commander, and Chief David R. Nordel, 92nd Air Refueling Wing Command Chief, Nov. 11, Veterans Day. He spoke with them about his experiences as a second lieutenant in anti-aircraft artillery with the Army during World War II. Mr. Scotese volunteered for parachute infantry in Europe, where he was awarded the Bronze Star medal and the Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster. (Photo by Airman 1st Class Natasha E. Stannard)

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