Samuel Sandoval
Samuel F. Sandoval was an American Navajo World [War II] veteran.
Early life
Samuel Sandoval was born on October 24, 1923, to Julian Sandoval, Jr. and Helen Smith in Nageezi, New Mexico. He had eight siblings: Mabel Sandoval-Penn, Bert, Betsy, Nellie, Robert, Merril, Rodger, and Beulah.Honours
National honours
- * Navy [Unit Commendation]
- * Combat [Action Ribbon]
- * China [Service Medal]
- * World [War II Victory Medal]
- * Navy Occupation Service Medal with Asia Clasp
- * Asiatic–Pacific Campaign Medal with a silver star, in lieu of five bronze stars