Staff Sergeant Marcario Garcia also known as Macario Garcia (January 20, 1920-December 24, 1972) was the first Mexican immigrant to receive the Medal of Honor, the United States' highest military decoration. He received the award for his heroic actions as a soldier during World War II.
Read more about Marcario Garcia: Early Years, World War II, Medal of Honor Citation, Honors and Discrimination, Later Years, Awards and Recognitions, Further Reading
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