"Army life has made me feel free, even if I still haven't chosen any profession yet. That doesn't seem important as long as I can find a truly satisfactory life.

"When one is a child, his parents do all they can for him. When he grows up, he must do for himself."

For his army service, Johnny was awarded the Combat Infantry Man's Badge for action in Italy and France, the Purple Heart for wounds received in action, and the Bronze Star Medal for "heroic achievement."

He is buried at Arlington National Cemetery.

Thank you, Johnny, and rest in peace.

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