About Joseph Tezanos
Lived 1920 – 1985 (aged 64). Joseph Tezanos was a military officer.
Joseph L. Tezanos (born José Tezanos, July 6, 1920 – March 21, 1985) was the first American of Hispanic descent to join the United States Coast Guard's reserve officer ranks.
Legacy Tezanos is the namesake of the Sentinel-class cutter .
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Who was Joseph Tezanos?
US Coast Guard officer
When was Joseph Tezanos born?
Joseph Tezanos was born on 6 July 1920 in Santander.
When did Joseph Tezanos die?
Joseph Tezanos died on 21 March 1985 in New York City.
What was Joseph Tezanos's occupation?
Joseph Tezanos was a military officer.
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