Following a congressional review of combat soldiers who may have been denied the nation's highest military award due to their race or ethnicity, his Distinguished Service Cross was replaced with the Medal of Honor. In addition to the Medal of Honor, he received The Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal (with one service star), the World War II Victory Medal, the Army of Occupation
“All he wanted was to become an American citizen”. I’m reminded of what the House of Representative from Wyoming,Harriet Hageman said concerning our country when addressing the statement from some that say we are a country of immigrants. “No”, she said, “We are a country of citizens, not immigrants”.
So many minimize the role of citizenship and even want eliminate citizenship as a requirement to be an American. Thank you Pedro Cano for your bravery and heroism. You are a true American hero. You have more than qualified as a MOH recipient and a citizen of the United States. It reminds us to never take our citizenship for granted.
So . . . he was not even a U.S. citizen and yet he fought ferociously, saving the lives of his fellow soldiers. I’m pleased he was granted citizenship and that his medal was deservedly upgraded. His children and descendants should be especially proud of his legacy. Great story, Tara !
Pedro Cano was a giant in so many ways. Stature is not an accurate measure of a man. He was a perfect example of the kind of immigrant our country appreciates and values. It’s so admirable that the most important things to Mr. Cano was becoming an American citizen and working hard to make the American dream a reality for himself and his family. From his outstanding service as a soldier to becoming a contributing citizen he obviously was a man of integrity. He left his family a wonderful legacy. It’s good that eventually he was given the Medal of Honor. Too bad it took so long to make it right.
Cano was certainly a remarkable soldier and did go above the his duty as a soldier. What a remarkable action. I hope that service in the military may provide a viable roadmap to citizenship in the near future if there is not something in place already. It was a travesty which his adopted country finally made right by awarding him the MOH. We should be extremely grateful to those who served a country which was so prejudiced at the time. Reality tells me there will always be prejudice but I think our culture is finally coming to terms with it and I hope the trend will continue. May Cano rest in peace with a clear conscience for his service to his country.
Sorry for the late reply but, I wanted to comment on the incredible story of Mr. Pedro Cano. Unlikely heroes, that's what the Greatest Generation provided. As amazing as the heroic actions of Cano during WW2, and they certainly were very heroic, he didn't want medals, he wanted to become a citizen of the United States of America.
He got his wish and became a citizen and a farm. It's sad that he died in a car accident but he apparently lived the remainder of his short life happy to have achieved his dreams. His Posthumous MOH award was warranted although it was just icing on the cake. Thank you Tara for another MOH Monday. May God continue to bless this, the greatest nation in history.
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Following a congressional review of combat soldiers who may have been denied the nation's highest military award due to their race or ethnicity, his Distinguished Service Cross was replaced with the Medal of Honor. In addition to the Medal of Honor, he received The Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal (with one service star), the World War II Victory Medal, the Army of Occupation
“All he wanted was to become an American citizen”. I’m reminded of what the House of Representative from Wyoming,Harriet Hageman said concerning our country when addressing the statement from some that say we are a country of immigrants. “No”, she said, “We are a country of citizens, not immigrants”.
So many minimize the role of citizenship and even want eliminate citizenship as a requirement to be an American. Thank you Pedro Cano for your bravery and heroism. You are a true American hero. You have more than qualified as a MOH recipient and a citizen of the United States. It reminds us to never take our citizenship for granted.
My sentiments exactly Charlie 💯 👌 👏
His actions showed his determination to serve his country at all costs. Well done, sir!
So . . . he was not even a U.S. citizen and yet he fought ferociously, saving the lives of his fellow soldiers. I’m pleased he was granted citizenship and that his medal was deservedly upgraded. His children and descendants should be especially proud of his legacy. Great story, Tara !
I love these MOH Mondays! True heroes who did great things, but didn't think they did!
Pedro Cano was a giant in so many ways. Stature is not an accurate measure of a man. He was a perfect example of the kind of immigrant our country appreciates and values. It’s so admirable that the most important things to Mr. Cano was becoming an American citizen and working hard to make the American dream a reality for himself and his family. From his outstanding service as a soldier to becoming a contributing citizen he obviously was a man of integrity. He left his family a wonderful legacy. It’s good that eventually he was given the Medal of Honor. Too bad it took so long to make it right.
I am glad to hear a wrong was corrected. He deserved better from his leadership. God continue to bless his family. Thank you Tara.
Cano was certainly a remarkable soldier and did go above the his duty as a soldier. What a remarkable action. I hope that service in the military may provide a viable roadmap to citizenship in the near future if there is not something in place already. It was a travesty which his adopted country finally made right by awarding him the MOH. We should be extremely grateful to those who served a country which was so prejudiced at the time. Reality tells me there will always be prejudice but I think our culture is finally coming to terms with it and I hope the trend will continue. May Cano rest in peace with a clear conscience for his service to his country.
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Sorry for the late reply but, I wanted to comment on the incredible story of Mr. Pedro Cano. Unlikely heroes, that's what the Greatest Generation provided. As amazing as the heroic actions of Cano during WW2, and they certainly were very heroic, he didn't want medals, he wanted to become a citizen of the United States of America.
He got his wish and became a citizen and a farm. It's sad that he died in a car accident but he apparently lived the remainder of his short life happy to have achieved his dreams. His Posthumous MOH award was warranted although it was just icing on the cake. Thank you Tara for another MOH Monday. May God continue to bless this, the greatest nation in history.
Thank you, Tara.
Another great MOH Monday. 👍
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