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A Hero Was Born
-David Barkley-
Born in Laredo in Webb County in South Texas.
Barkley grew up with his Mexican-American mother. -
New Home
-San Antonio-
David Barkley's sister, Amelia was born.
Barkley and his family moved to San Antonio after the birth of Amelia. -
No School!
-Bye-
Josef Barkley, father, left the family.
David Barkley had to drop out of school at the age of 13 and work. -
I Want You!
-Enlisted-
Barkley joined the military at age 17
Barkley hid his Hispanic identity and age, due to segregation and being a minor -
Good Bye
-Taking Risks-
Barkley volunteered with out hesitation to go across the bank to reconnoiter the exact location of the enemy.
Barkley managed to reach the opposite side of the bank, even when the enemies tried to prevent any crossing.
Barkley managed to obtain his information, bus as he was swimming back, he was seized with cramps and drowned. -
Company A, 356th Infrantry
-Unit-
Barkley's unit was sent to survey the Meuse River
Barkley volunteered to scout the enemy across the river -
Medal of Honor
-Honor-
Barkley recieved numerous awards for his service
Some awards Barkley recieved were the
-Medal of Honor
-Croix de Gurre
-Croce al Merito di GuerraBarkley's body was sent back to the United States in Alamo, and a elementary school was named after him in his honor
