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Douglas T. Jacobson Age: 74
World War II hero who, as a U.S. Marines private, single-handedly stormed Iwo Jima, decimating 16 enemy posts and killing 75 Japanese soldiers. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his efforts. Died: Port Charlotte, Fla., Aug. 20, 2000
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