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Aaron Kumana
Thursday, Aug. 30, 2007

Open quoteThis is an individual who has had a very significant role in the history of our nation and the world. Close quote

  • Navy Secretary DONALD WINTER
  • on Solomon Islander Aaron Kumana, who rescued John F. Kennedy, then a young U.S. naval officer, from Japanese capture during WII and was finally recognized by the U.S. Navy last week for his heroism 60 years ago
Photo: Patrick D. House / US Navy / AP | Source: AP