Honoring the Last Pearl Harbor Heroes on Remembrance Day

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Bob Fernandez, one of the last surviving veterans of the Pearl Harbor attack, reflects on his experiences as the 83rd anniversary of the event approaches. At 100 years old, Fernandez lives with his nephew's family in Lodi, California, where he is cared for by Maria Dominguez. Despite his age and fading memory, Fernandez remains a symbol of the heroism and sacrifice of that day, sharing his story with others to honor those who did not survive. As the number of living Pearl Harbor survivors dwindles, Fernandez's recollections serve as a poignant reminder of the past.
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