02
FEB
2019

Mariner Remembers Service, Wounded Brother

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92-year-old John Fitisoff of Tracy, CA appears on episode #561 of Hometown Heroes, airing January 31 – February 3, 2019. Born in San Francisco to immigrants from Russia, Fitisoff served in the U.S. Merchant Marine during World War II.

John Fitisoff left high school to join the Merchant Marine at age 17. For more photos, visit the Hometown Heroes facebook page.

  1. Keith Farace Reply

    Great job uncle John ! What an amazing story and two very brave young men. Our country owes you respect and gratitude for your service and for our freedom .

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