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Korean War   Isaac Mercer

Isaac Mercer
Isaac Mercer was drafted and inducted into the Army in early 1952. He arrived in Korea in February 1953. His unit served on the front lines near Heartbreak Ridge. In June 1953, Mercer earned the Bronze Star for valor.
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African-American infantryman with 45th Division during the Korea War

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