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“Boricuas in the Jungle: Puerto Rican Soldiers Who Fought in Vietnam"

🇵🇷 Puerto Rican Contributions in the Vietnam War: Overview Total Puerto Ricans Who Served: Approx. 48,000 Killed in Action (KIA): Over 345 Wounded: Thousands (exact figures vary) Missing/POWs: Several confirmed; notable among them is Félix "Neco" Quiñones, a known Puerto Rican POW. Puerto Ricans served in every branch of the U.S. military, with many coming directly from the island as well as from New York, Chicago, and other U.S. cities. High participation in infantry and combat roles, which increased their exposure to frontline dangers. 🧨 Notable Puerto Rican Figures in Vietnam "Puerto Rican Rambo" – A legendary nickname for fearless Boricua warriors known for surviving ambushes and taking out enemy positions singlehandedly. (Often referenced by fellow troops.) "Versace" – A stylish and deadly fighter, often described by comrades as confident, smart, and daring. Possibly a code name or street nickname carried into war. Félix "Neco" Quiñones – Puerto Rican POW held captive; his resilience and return is a symbol of courage and survival. SP4 Humberto Acosta-Rosario – Listed as MIA, officially declared KIA. His case is a haunting reminder of those who never came home. SP4 Jorge Otero-Barreto – One of the most decorated Puerto Rican soldiers in the Vietnam War. Earned 38 medals, including the Silver Star and Bronze Star. Sometimes nicknamed "Puerto Rican Rambo" for real. Wreaths Across Puerto Rico https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/... Side hustle https://www.saveclubsplash.com/Jemy