Mexican American — All Stories — More Than A Headstone

Mexican American POW

Entering into the Second World War provided new job opportunities, from weapons manufacturing to military service. One American who took advantage of these chances was Robert S. Bacca, who, along with taking part in New Deal projects, also served in World War II as an Air Corps pilot.

Obstacles & Opportunities, Long Road HomeEsteban GomezOctober 7, 2021U.S. Army Air Corps, World War II, Staff Sergeant, P-38, Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), Stalag VII-A Prison, Prisoner of War (POW), Mexican American

The Comeback Kid

Throughout his whole life, from growing up in an immigrant family, to surviving the Communist Chinese prison camps, to solving his financial issues, and to challenging social and political norms, Ernest Contrearas was a true American hero.

Obstacles & Opportunities, Lifetime of ServiceEsteban GomezNovember 10, 2020Prisoner of War, POW, Korean War, Able Company, Operation Little Switch, Purple Heart Society, Mexican American