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NOVEMBER 9 - 15, 2016
Glen Cove Veteran Receives Eight Medals Congressman Steve Israel recently presented United States Army veteran, Corporal (Cpl) Benjamin Chrzanoski with six replacement service medals and two new medals for his brave service in Europe during World War II. “Our veterans deserve every benefit and medal owed to them after serving our country,” said Israel. “Mr. Chrzanoski is a true American hero who fought to defend our freedoms and refused to give up hope while being held captive for six months. I am honored to present him and his family with these medals that represent his bravery and willingness to risk his life to protect the United States.” After working with the Department of the Army to replace six of Chrzanoski’s service medals, the congressman’s office discovered that he was also entitled to the Prisoner of War Medal
see MEDALS on page 17A Onlookers salute as the honor guard passes through during last year’s county veteran’s parade.