Silvestre S. Herrera
1917–2007 (age 90)
Army staff sergeant
Biography
Silvestre S. Herrera (1917–2007) earned the Medal of Honor for extraordinary bravery as an Army staff sergeant during World War II, charging enemy positions despite grave wounds and securing his comrades’ safety. His courage and humility made him a paragon of selfless service.
After the war he returned home quietly, sharing his story only when it would encourage others and counseling veterans with compassion. His legacy is one of heroism balanced by an unwavering commitment to helping others carry on.