About Mike C. Pena
Lived 1924 – 1950 (aged 25). Mike C. Pena was an American military personnel.
Mike Castaneda Pena (November 6, 1924 – September 5, 1950) was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and the Korean War, and a recipient of the Medal of Honor for his actions at the Battle of Tabu-dong.
Biographical details Pena was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on November 6, 1924, into a Mexican American family. He joined the U. S. Army as an infantryman in 1941 when he was 16 years old.
Medal of Honor citation
Honors and awards In addition to receiving the Medal of Honor, Pena received the following awards for his service: alt=A metal device depicting a blue bar with a rifle, in front of a wreath of silver leaves.
1st Cavalry Division Insignia
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Who was Mike C. Pena?
Medal of Honor recipient (1924-1950)
When was Mike C. Pena born?
Mike C. Pena was born on 6 November 1924 in Corpus Christi.
When did Mike C. Pena die?
Mike C. Pena died on 5 September 1950 in Waegwan.
What was Mike C. Pena's occupation?
Mike C. Pena was a military personnel.
What nationality was Mike C. Pena?
Mike C. Pena was American.
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