Gabriel Navarrete | |
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| Born | March 18, 1915 Ysleta, El Paso, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | April 10, 1988 (aged 73) |
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| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | Army |
| Years of service | 1940–1945 |
| Service number | 20-802-266 |
| Unit | Company E, 141st Infantry Regiment, 36th Division |
| Battles / wars | Battle of Rapido River |
| Awards | § Awards and decorations |
Gabriel Lechuga Navarrete (March 18, 1915 — April 10, 1988) was an American soldier who served in World War II. He is known for attempting to prevent the crossing that started the Battle of Rapido River, which continued without him and led to 2,128 American casualties. After his military service, Navarrete worked for El Paso County Veterans Services. He is now buried at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.