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Larson Honors Winsted Korean War Veteran

October 19, 2016

Winsted, CT – Yesterday, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) honored Anthony Zacchio of Winsted with the Korean Ambassador for Peace Medal. The Republic of Korea offers this medal to Korean War veterans in gratitude for their service and assistance in preserving Korea’s freedom.

“The Korean War was known for too long as the Forgotten War,” said Larson. “It should really be known as the Forgotten Victory for all our veterans did for the people of Korea. Having just returned from a trip to Korea, I saw firsthand how its people are thriving. That is a testament to the sacrifice and dedication of those like Corporal Zacchio. I thank him for his service, and it was my deep honor to present him with this medal."

Mr. Zacchio served with the Marine Corps from March 1952 to March 1955 and spent 15 months overseas. He has also been honored with the Korean Service Medal, the UN Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, the Overseas Service Ribbon and the Connecticut Wartime Service Medal.

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