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FN Bill Garretson

biography

Bill, from Cornell, IL, served on the USS Bennington during the Korean War. He was killed when his ship experienced a boiler explosion. Over 100 sailors and officers died during this incident.

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decorations

Medals-Top Row (L-R): National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal
Bottom Row (L-R): Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation, United Nations Service Medal, Republic of Korea War Service Medal

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