Tag Archives: US Navy

Italian American WWII Hero: Joseph Montopoli

Posted on April 1, 2021 by niaforg

Launched in 2020 to remember the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, NIAF is recognizing Italian Americans who sacrificed, served and defended peace, freedom and democracy during the war through the #IAWW2Heroes initiative.  This entry is a … Continue reading →

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Italian American WWII Hero: George Garille

Posted on December 30, 2020 by niaforg

To remember the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, NIAF is recognizing Italian Americans who sacrificed, served and defended peace, freedom and democracy during the war. This entry is a special submission from Timothy Garille in honor … Continue reading →

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Italian American WWII Hero: Benedetto Joseph Matassa

Posted on December 29, 2020 by niaforg

To remember the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, NIAF is recognizing Italian Americans who sacrificed, served and defended peace, freedom and democracy during the war. This entry is a special submission from Linda Mele in honor … Continue reading →

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Italian American WWII Hero: Robert A. Vaccaro

Posted on December 12, 2020 by niaforg

To remember the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, NIAF is recognizing Italian Americans who sacrificed, served and defended peace, freedom and democracy during the war. This entry is a special submission from NIAF Member Chris R. … Continue reading →

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Italian American WWII Heroes – The Puniello Brothers

Posted on September 22, 2020 by niaforg

To remember the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, NIAF is recognizing Italian Americans who sacrificed, served and defended peace, freedom and democracy during the war, using the tag #IAWW2Heroes on social media. This entry is a … Continue reading →

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