What was the result of Leonard Alvarado's bravery?

A. He died after receiving several wounds while rescuing a platoon pinned by enemy gunfire.

B. He rescued every member of the crew of a downed helicopter.

C. A transport ship full of troops was saved from an enemy air attack.

D. He was given the first ever parade in Los Angeles honoring a Hispanic person.

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25 June, 14:56

What was the result of Leonard Alvarado's bravery?

A. He died after receiving several wounds while rescuing a platoon pinned by enemy gunfire.

B. He rescued every member of the crew of a downed helicopter.

C. A transport ship full of troops was saved from an enemy air attack.

D. He was given the first ever parade in Los Angeles honoring a Hispanic person.

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Ruth · Answer 1

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Hi,

The correct answer option is;

A. He died after receiving several wounds while rescuing a platoon pinned by enemy gunfire.

Explanation

Leonard L. Alvarado was an U. S Army soldier born in California 1947. He was described as tall and courageous while serving in the Vietnam War. Alvarado was killed in a line of duty that involved saving the lives of his fellow soldiers by disrupting a raid. The Medal of Honor was received by his daughter Lenora on behalf of his father in 2014 at the White House ceremony under President Barack Obama term.

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