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This resolution commends Michael De Benedictus, a Korean War veteran from Catskill, New York, who was posthumously selected to receive the Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed by the New York State Senate. De Benedictus, born on July 4, 1930, entered the United States Army in 1948 and served as a Private First Class in the 5th Infantry Regimental Combat Team during the Korean War. He was killed in action on September 9, 1950, while fighting at the Pusan Perimeter in South Korea. In recognition of his bravery and ultimate sacrifice, he was awarded multiple military honors, including the Purple Heart, Combat Infantryman's Badge, and several service medals. The resolution honors his patriotism, service, and the potential community contributions he might have made had he survived, and formally recognizes him at a ceremony to be held at the Historic Catskill Point Warehouse. The document also resolves to transmit a copy of the resolution to De Benedictus's family, symbolically acknowledging his heroic service and commemorating his memory.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J805