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Marine writes to Coast Guard member Douglas Munro's family
U.S. Coast Guard District 11
March 24, 2022 | 0:54
Marine Master Sgt. James W. Hurlbut writes to the parents of Coast Guard Signalman First Class Douglas Munro explaining how Munro gave his life to save others during the World War II battle at Guadalcanal, March 15, 1943. Munro is currently the only Coast Guardsman to be awarded the Medal of Honor. (U. S. Coast Guard video by Petty Officer 2nd Class Brandon Giles)
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