Larson Presents Medals to Veteran's Family

Southington, CT - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) presented the family of the late Joseph F. Clements with his military medals.

"It is an honor for me to present the Clements family with their late uncle's medals. Private Clements bravely served our country during World War II. I thank him and all our service men and women, past and present, for their service and sacrifices," said Larson.

Private Joseph Clements served in the United States Army from 1943-1946. He was captured by the Nazis in 1945 and was a POW for at least 79 days.

Rep. Larson presented the following awards to the Clements family:

• POW Medal
• Bronze Star Medal
• Good Conduct Medal
• American Campaign Medal
• European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with 1 bronze service star
• World War II Victory Medal
• Combat Infantry Badge 1st Award
• Honorable Service Lapel Button WWII

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