Sgt. Robert C. Carroll

Creator

Preview

Identifier

20143995

Description

Sgt. Robert C. Carroll of Foard City, second from left, displays a broad smile and his Distinguished Service Cross to his parents and brother after Fort Hood Armistice Day ceremonies. The decoration, pinned on by Congressman Poage of Waco, was awarded for Carroll's stand against North Korean tanks Aug. 15, 1950. The parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Carroll, flank the soldier. His brother, Oran Y. Carroll, stands at extreme right.

Archival Date

1951-11-10

Collection Name

Fort Worth Star-Telegram Collection

Collection Number

AR406-6-1382

Original Format

Negatives, Black & White

File Format

JPG

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License

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Subjects

Military uniform; Military decorations; Military personnel