Félix Arenas Gaspar
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Captain Félix Arenas Gaspar[note 1] (December 13, 1891 – July 29, 1921), a Puerto Rican, was a captain in the Spanish Army who was posthumously awarded the Cruz Laureada de San Fernando for his actions in the Rif War.[1]
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Félix Arenas Gaspar | |
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Born | December 13, 1891 San Juan, Puerto Rico |
Died | July 29, 1921(1921-07-29) (aged 29) Tistutin, Morocco |
Allegiance | Spain |
Service/ | Spanish Army |
Years of service | 1906–1921 |
Rank | Captain of Engineers |
Commands held | 2nd Company of Zapadores in Melilla |
Battles/wars | Rif War |
Awards | Cruz Laureada de San Fernando (Laureate Cross of Saint Ferdinand) |
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The Cruz Laureada de San Fernando (Laureate Cross of Saint Ferdinand) is the highest military decoration awarded by the Spanish government. It is bestowed on a member of the Spanish armed forces who distinguishes himself during combat. It is Spain's equivalent to the American Medal of Honor.[2]