Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Fortt Pierce, Florida
Honored By
Ralph C. Muentener
A member of the 511th Parachute Infantry, R. C. Muentener fought for the liberation of the Philippines and participated in the rescue of more than 2,000 Allied civilian internees at the Los Banos Prison in Luzon. He is a Purple Heart and Bronze Star recipient.