Sub-Series D: Awards and Honors, 1936 - 2013
Dr. Hector P. Garcia’s military service, medical practice, civilian service, activism, and founding of the American GI Forum (AGIF) earned him many awards and honors. He was presented with numerous certificates of appreciation by organizations nationwide and several cities across the United States proclaimed "Dr. Hector P. Garcia Day" in his honor. He also was honored with several awards and dedications posthumously. The most notable awards and honors include his medical diploma, his certificate for the Bronze Star Medal, and his certificate for the Presidential Medal of Freedom given by President Ronald Reagan. The medals that accompany the awards and honors can be found in Series XI: Artifacts.
Dates
- 1936 - 2013
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research use.
Extent
1.64 Linear Feet
Arrangement
This sub-series is arranged chronologically by year.
Creator
- From the Collection: Garcia, Hector P., 1914-1996 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and Archives, Mary and Jeff Bell Library, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Repository
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Corpus Christi TX 78412 United States
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