Plymouth County WWII Veterans Receive Medals

(Le Mars) — Just prior to his town hall meeting, Senator Grassley presented Victory medals to two Plymouth County World War II veterans.  Robert Taylor of Westfield and John Hart of Le Mars received the medals for their work in the military.  Upon receiving their medals, the gathering showed their appreciation for their service, by giving both veterans a standing ovation.  John Hart served two years in the U-S Navy in the Pacific region as a petty officer, quarter master.  He tells of his emotions upon receiving the medal.

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One of Hart’s memories from the second World War was witnessing the Japanese surrender.

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The 70th anniversary of the Japanese surrender just occurred a couple of weeks ago.  Hart says he still from time to time reflect back on the historical date.  Hart says his other memory from his time in the Navy was when he received his orders indicating his time in the Navy was completed.

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Robert Taylor of Westfield and John Hart of Le Mars show their “Victory Medals”.  U-S Senator Chuck Grassley presented the medals to the World War II veterans.