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Gil Coronado's exemplary life has been celebrated through various media coverage, highlighting his remarkable contributions to society.
As the founder of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Coronado's efforts have been recognized in numerous articles and events, showcasing his dedication to promoting Hispanic culture and values.
Media outlets have covered his inspiring journey from a troubled youth to a distinguished Air Force colonel and civil servant, emphasizing his role in expanding Hispanic Heritage Week into a month-long celebration. Through interviews, speeches, and commemorations, Coronado's story continues to inspire and educate people about the importance of diversity and cultural heritage
Gil Coronado AT THE WHITE HOUSE
Carlos F. Orta
LinkedIn Top Voices | Published Author | 2X Nonprofit CEO & Nonprofit Board Chair
October 1, 2020
Why do we have Hispanic Heritage Month? Who created it?
"Well," President Ronald Reagan credits U.S.A.F. Colonel Gil Coronado. Here is the quote from the Rose Garden Ceremony... more
By Neil Snyder
San Antonio
Dec. 4, 2013
The more you understand Hispanic heritage, the more you begin to understand what America is all about," Gil Coronado... more
By Elaine Ayala
10/12/2011
On paper, it was a little messy.
A joint resolution passed by Congress in 1988 authorized the president to proclaim Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 as National Hispanic Heritage Month. Public Law 100-402, which extended Hispanic Heritage Week to a full month, was filled with editing marks. more
Highlands High School grad joins Obama Administration
Lawrence G. Romo joins Gil Coronado as the second San Antonian to hold the position. Coronado served under President Clinton.
By Sarah Snyder - 1/21/2010 - more
Swearing-in today for new draft boss ; Man is the second person from S.A. to head Selective Service
WASHINGTON - Rep. Ciro Rodriguez will administer the oath of office today in a San Antonio ceremony for Larry Romo, who'll become the 12th director of the U.S. Selective Service System. Following Gil Coronado, who served under President Clinton, Romo becomes... more
By Gary Martin - 12/12/2009
Around the Town: PBS filmmaker's change of heart has South Texas connections
Some significant San Antonio and South Texas connections to big news out of New York. The Public Broadcasting Service announced Wednesday that it would include Latino contributions in an upcoming documentary... more
By Edmund Tijerina 4/12/2007
By Sig Christenson Express-News
9/12/2000
Selective Service Director Gil Coronado launched a new national registration awareness campaign Monday in San Antonio, telling 700 students at his old high school that signing up with his agency is a critical step to success. more
Registration of men 18 to 25 is very critical
By Carlos Guerra
2/21/1998
When I heard that Gil Coronado was in town, I requested an interview. The San Antonio native, White House sources say, is one of two candidates being considered for secretary of the Army. more
8/31/1994
President Clinton's nomination of Gil Coronado as director of the Selective Service System will make the San Antonio native the first Hispanic to head the system. more
San Antonian selected for veterans affairs
By Gary Marting
1/27/1994
Express-News Washington Bureau
WASHINGTON
President Clinton on Wednesday appointed San Antonian Gil Coronado, a retired Air Force colonel who served in Vietnam, to be deputy assistant secretary of the Veterans affairs Department for legislative affairs. "Gil Coronado has served this country with distinction... more
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