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ARMY
VIETNAM
he tried to get work, but no one would quality of life. But the
hire him because of his injuries. He was modest former soldier LUBBOCK
eventually awarded 100% disability by says, “I still enjoy life.
the VA, which “keeps a roof over my I look forward to waking
head.” up every morning. And I would do it all over again.
Freedom for my kids and my grandkids is more
Six of the eight important to me than my life.”
“inseparable” boys
in Ike’s family joined
the military: two in • Purple Heart
the 82nd Airborne, • National Defense Medal
another in the 4th • Vietnam Service Medal w Two Bronze Stars
Infantry Division in
Vietnam, one in the • Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal w 1960
Device
1st Cavalry at Ft.
Lewis, WA and one in • Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross w Palm
the Navy. That level • Republic of Vietnam Service Action Honor
of service from one Medal
family is rare. As citizens of this • Unit Citation Badge
country, we are all in their debt. • First Class Unit Citation Badge

Isaac Barraza has been dealing • Marksman Medal
with the scars of his service in • Sharpshooter Qualification Badge with Rifle
Vietnam for 52 years. Most would • Good Conduct Medal
agree it cost him a great deal in

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