Alvarez, Victor M.: - Victor M. Alvarez was born in Puerto Rico, at nine his family moved to New York City and he was later drafted into the U.S. Army. He received airborne training, ranger, military police schools and later jungle warfare training. His military awards range from Jump Wings, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry, awards of the Purple Heart, Air Medal, and Army Commendation Medal, among many other awards. He makes his home in New Smyrna Beach, Florida.