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Rockport veteran receives letter from late Senator John McCain

Posted at 6:09 PM, Aug 27, 2018
and last updated 2018-08-28 09:51:52-04

Rockport native Richard Dominguez still finds it hard to believe that John McCain once took the time to write him a letter.

Dominguez decided to enlist to make a change, serving four years with the United States Air Force.

He also participated in the Korean War.

Dominguez still does not know how McCain heard about him or his service. However, he is forever grateful that someone of his stature would contact him, not forgetting about the veterans and soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Outside of Dominguez’s home is a flag flying at half-staff, all for a hero who overcame huge risks and displayed loyalty to his country.