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October 09, 1945

THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, October 9, 1945

* 1st Conscientious Objector winner
* Desmond T. Doss wins Medal of Honor
* Blockbuster movie "Hacksaw Ridge" fame
* Also in Bill O'Reilly's "Killing the Rising Sun"


Page 2 has a one column heading: "Highest Medal Bestown on 15 War Heroes" (see) First report coverage on Doss winning the Medal on Honor for his exploits at the Battle of Okinawa. Doss is featured in the blockbuster movie "Hacksaw Ridge". Rare to find period reporting on Doss as well.
Other news, sports advertisements of the day. Complete in 16 pages, light toning and minor wear at the margins, generally nice.

Category: The 20th Century