Boston Veteran Helped Save Others Through His Teaching

BOSTON, MA — Massachusetts has a storied tradition of military service, with countless individuals dedicating their lives to protecting our nation. While words can't fully capture the immense gratitude we feel for our servicemen and women, Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to highlight a few remarkable veterans and active-duty military members from our state.

This submission comes from Joan Hogan, who nominated Albert Edward Hogan, who is originally from Boston and Jamaica Plain.

What is the military hero’s name?

Albert Edward Hogan

How do you know the military hero you’re nominating?

He is my deceased father

Please describe the individual’s military service.

United States Army stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia.

Tell us about the military hero and what your community should know about them.

Native Born Bostonian. Born in Roxbury, MA, and did live in Jamaica Plain. He was a demolition expert and taught the South Korean military how to make and use eeapons to protect themselves and their families.

What three words best describe the military hero?

Very respectfully trained and protected our country. He also helped to save lives with teaching the South Korean military how to make and use eeapons to protect themselves.

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