19 April 2012

Recognition for Army Chaplain from Korean War

"US Army chaplain Father Emil Kapaun stole, suffered and sacrificed his life for his fellow soldiers in a Korean prison camp. Six decades after his death, he is being considered for the Medal of Honor - and sainthood."

In a recent article, BBC News Magazine profiled Father Emil Kapaun, a Catholic priest from Pilsen, Kansas, who served, and gave his life, as a chaplain in the U.S. Army.

To access the complete BBC article, please visit:

BBC News Magazine: Recognition finally for a warrior priest's heroics (16 APR 12)

Background information:

Website Dedicated to the Cause of Sainthood for Father Emil J. Kapaun

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