Woburn Veteran Awarded Purple Heart For Leadership, Valor

WOBURN, 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 Catherine Burgholzer, who nominated Anthony Langone of Woburn.

What is the military hero’s name?

Anthony Langone

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

Uncle

Please describe the individual’s military service.

Sergeant Anthony L. Langone was a member of Company L, 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. Killed in action on September 15, 1950, at Sobuk-Sun in South Korea.

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

He had been in battle for 14 days and 14 nights, sleeping in foxholes and advancing against the disadvantages of the monsoon-swept country. He was about 12 miles south of Taegu and anticipated an order to move up in the big offensive. Sadly, he was killed in action on September 15, 1950, at Sobuk-Sun in South Korea at the age of 19. For his leadership and valor, he was posthumously awarded the Silver Star and Purple Heart.

What three words best describe the military hero?

Sacrifice, Bravery, Honor

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