Jack Pettitt and his daughter, Sharon (Peetz) on the day he returned home from his service as a civilian during the Vietnam War where he supervised the revamping of the communications system. (photo provided)
October 15, 2021
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Purple Heart recipient recounts serving in Korea after joining Army at 14
Jack Pettitt lied about his age and joined the Army at 14 having no idea he would earn a bronze star and two purple hearts for his service during the Korean War.