Medal Of Honor Recipient Vernon Baker's Family Can't Afford To Attend Arlington Burial

Minnick To Help Vernon Baker's Widow Attend Burial -- KTVB

BOISE -- U.S. Rep. Walt Minnick is donating his frequent flyer miles to the widow of Medal of Honor recipient Vernon Baker so she can attend his burial at Arlington National Cemetery.

Baker, who belatedly received the nation's highest military award for his role in World War II, was 90 when he died at his home near St. Maries in northern Idaho last month.

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My Comment: Kudos to U.S. Rep. Walt Minnick for stepping up to help this family.