WWII
Were Filipinos who served in WWII granted citizenship after the war?
Yes
What is Alfonso's last name?
Baes
How many Medals did Alfonso receive?
7
Where was Alfonso born?
Phillipines
Name a place Alfonso was in during the war
Japan
When was Alfonso born?
January 24th, 1924
Name 2 of his medals received
Navy Occupation Service Medal
Navy Good Conduct Medal
American Campaign MedalAsiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal
World War II Victory Medal
Naval Reserve Meritorious Service Medal
Congressional Gold Medal
Any of the above answers are acceptable
What branch of the Army was Alfonso in?
The Navy
When did the Battle of Manila happen?
February 3, 1945 - March 3, 1945
When did Alfonso pass away?
September 24, 1989
What medal got approved in 2016 by Congress?
Congressional Gold Medal
Was he a United States Citizen when he first joined the Army?
No he was not
How many Filipino Americans served during WWII?
more than 260,000 Filipino soldiers
When was the Congressional Gold Medal for your group approved by Congress?
2016
Did Alfonso receive the Purple Heart medal?
No
Did Alfonso receive citizenship after fighting in the Navy?
Yes
How many years was Alfonso in WWII?
Less than a year (1945)
When did your group officially receive their Medal of Honor?
2019
Name 5 of the medals he received
*Bonus 500 points if you can name all 7!*
Navy Occupation Service Medal
Navy Good Conduct Medal
American Campaign MedalAsiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal
World War II Victory Medal
Naval Reserve Meritorious Service Medal
Congressional Gold Medal
Any of the above answers are acceptable
*Double points if you include his age and years of service!*
21-25
1945-1949