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The Most Highly Decorated Chaplain in U.S. Military History

Aleteia - published on 05/26/14

The inspiring story of Fr. Kapaun.

On this Memorial Day when we remember and honor those in our military who have died, Chris Stefanick tells the incredible story of the most decorated chaplain in the U.S. military, Fr. Kapaun, who gave his life in the Korean War.

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