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WWII marker unveiled in Sylvania Twp.

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The marker is unveiled by Alexander Drabik's granddaughter Katrina Wilson, left, and her mother, and Mr. Drabik's daughter, Rita Wilson.

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Side one of the historical marker honoring Alexander Drabik.

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Alexander Drabik's granddaughter, Katrina Wilson, left, and her mother, and Rita Wilson embrace after the unveiling of the historical marker.

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Rep. Marcy Kaptur speaks during the unveiling of the marker honoring Alexander Drabik.

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Katrina Wilson holds the book "The Bridge at Remagen" which recounts the taking of the only remaining bridge over the Rhine.

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Phyllis Lesinski Green, a niece of Alexander Drabik, speaks about her uncle to the more than 100 people gathered.

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Nelda Reno, left, Rep. Marcy Kaptur, and Cliff Kujawa, gather as an Ohio Historical Society Marker in unveiled to honor the birthplace of Alexander Drabik.

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Information on Alexandre Drabik, including the taking of the Remagen Bridge and his family in a display at the event.

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A photo of Alexander Drabik, the Distinguished Service Cross, a Purple Heart, for wounds incurred during the Battle of the Bulge, and other medals he received.

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A photo of Alexander Drabik and the Distinguished Service Cross he earned. Drabik also received a Purple Heart for wounds incurred during the Battle of the Bulge.

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