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The name Richard P. Anderson tops the memorial list of Santa Cruz High School students who lost their lives during the Korean War, yet nothing has been uncovered regarding his service record or death. The only information available is an article…

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Source: Remembering our own: the Santa Cruz County military roll of honor 1861-2010. Santa Cruz, CA: The Museum of Art & History, c2010.
Type: OBIT

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LeRoy was the last Santa Cruz County serviceman to die during the Korean War period.

LeRoy William Machado was born October 28, 1931, in Santa Cruz to Joseph and Ruth Machado. He was the only son of the couple, who appear to have separated during…

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Source: Remembering our own: the Santa Cruz County military roll of honor 1861-2010. Santa Cruz, CA: The Museum of Art & History, c2010.
Type: OBIT

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As a "Blue Angel" Buddy Rich helped to inspire American youth.

Wallace Rich was born in Los Angeles, California on February 8, 1926. He was the son of Wallace and Lola Rich who, along with their other son Charles, later moved to Santa Cruz.…

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Source: Remembering our own: the Santa Cruz County military roll of honor 1861-2010. Santa Cruz, CA: The Museum of Art & History, c2010.
Type: OBIT

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After three tours, Richard was no stranger to Korea, but the third go round was not the best.

Richard A. Anderson was born on March 5, 1930, in Jamestown, North Dakota, to Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Anderson. Accompanying Richard and his parents on their…

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Source: Remembering our own: the Santa Cruz County military roll of honor 1861-2010. Santa Cruz, CA: The Museum of Art & History, c2010.
Type: OBIT

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The connection between Charles McGuire and Santa Cruz County is unclear; however, during his Korean War service, he designated it as his county of residence.

Charles Frederick McGuire was born on September 7, 1921, in California. In 1945 he was…

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Source: Remembering our own: the Santa Cruz County military roll of honor 1861-2010. Santa Cruz, CA: The Museum of Art & History, c2010.
Type: OBIT

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A "Flying Box Car" ended James' eight-day leave in Japan, his tour in Korea and his life.

James N. Crouch Jr. was the only son of Mr. and Mrs. James N. Crouch, who were natives of the Aromas area of the Pajaro Valley. He was born in Santa Cruz…

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Source: Remembering our own: the Santa Cruz County military roll of honor 1861-2010. Santa Cruz, CA: The Museum of Art & History, c2010.
Type: OBIT

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Lt. Taylor's after burners failed to re-ignite.

Roy Taylor was born on August 22, 1929, to Mr. and Mrs. William H. Taylor. His birth location has not been identified. The Taylor family, which also included their son William, lived in Corralitos…

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Source: Remembering our own: the Santa Cruz County military roll of honor 1861-2010. Santa Cruz, CA: The Museum of Art & History, c2010.
Type: OBIT

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Arlington National Cemetery had a special plot reserved for Al Kurtz.

Albert J. Kurtz was born on February 17, 1907, in Indiana to Harry and Louise Kurtz. Albert, along with three brothers and four sisters, was raised and educated in Jackson…

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Source: Remembering our own: the Santa Cruz County military roll of honor 1861-2010. Santa Cruz, CA: The Museum of Art & History, c2010.
Type: OBIT

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