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Posted: 11:15 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, 2013

World War II veteran honored in Patton

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By WJAC Web Staff

Cambria County, PA —

A World War II veteran was honored tonight at the Patton VFW.

Thomas Kielbowick, 90, received four medals for his service in the Army, including the Army Good Conduct and World War II Victory medals. He fought at the Battle of the Bulge, but said he still feels the same getting the medals. His family is very proud.

Kielbowick's daugher, Melissa Link, said, "He deserves them. He's very well deserving of it."

Kielbowick said he lost some of his original medals and is happy to have this honor.

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