Michael J. Estocin
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Michael John Estocin (April 27, 1931 – April 26, 1967 (presumed)) was a United States Navy officer and a recipient of the United States military's highest decoration—the Medal of Honor—for his actions in the Vietnam War.
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Michael J. Estocin | |
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Born | (1931-04-27)April 27, 1931 Turtle Creek, Pennsylvania, US |
Died | presumably April 26, 1967(1967-04-26) (aged 35) Presumed near Haiphong, North Vietnam |
Place of burial | remains never recovered; memorial marker placed at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, San Diego, California |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1954–1967 |
Rank | Captain (posthumous) |
Unit | Attack Squadron 192 |
Battles/wars | Vietnam War (MIA) |
Awards | Medal of Honor Distinguished Flying Cross Purple Heart (2) Air Medal (12) |
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