"'A REAL LIVE HERO' – Paul Novembre received a proclamation from North Bergen for his distinguished service as a member of the 'Devil's Brigade' in World War II. ""He and his fellow soldiers accomplished numerous daring feats, fighting behind the enemy lines, killing or capturing thousands of enemy combatants,"" said Mayor Nicholas Sacco of Novembre's participation in the First Special Service Force, predecessors of the Navy SEALS and Green Berets and recipients of the Congressional Gold Medal. ""It was all about fighting for this country, making sure this country was always safe,"" commented Novembre."
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