Telesforo Trinidad
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Telsforo Trinidad
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| Born |
November 25, 1890 New Washington, Aklan, Captaincy General of the Philippines, |
| Died | May 8, 1968 (aged 77) Imus, Cavite, Philippines |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | United States Navy |
| Rank | Fireman 2nd Class |
| Unit | USS San Diego |
| Battles/wars |
World War I World War II |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Telesforo de la Crux Trinidad (November 25, 1890 – May 8, 1968) was a Filipino fireman 2nd class in the United States Navy who received the Medal of Honor for actions, in Mexican waters near La Paz, on board the USS San Diego on 21 January 1915. He was the second service member, and first and so far the only sailor of Asian descent to receive the award. Trinidad served during the Great War and World War 2, and retired to the Philippines living on his pension.
Rank and organization: Fireman Second Class, U.S. Navy. Born: 25 November 1890, New Washington Capiz, Philippine Islands. Accredited to: Philippine Islands. G.O. No.: 142, 1 April 1915.
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