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7 unusual facts about Ben Nighthorse Campbell


Cristóbal Colón de Carvajal y Gorosábel, 18th Duke of Veragua

In 1992, to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Columbus' landing on Hispaniola, Colón de Carvajal was co-designated Grand Marshal of the Tournament of Roses Parade, alongside US Congressman Ben Nighthorse Campbell.

Frederick E. Toy

Toy's status as an MOH recipient, as well as the others awarded at Wounded Knee, was brought up during a congressional hearing on July 29, 1993, by Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell who suggested their medals be rescinded given the controversial nature of the battle.

Hermann Ziegner

On July 29, 1993, during a congressional hearing on the Wounded Knee National Memorial, Ziegner's status as an MOH recipient was questioned by Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell, who suggested that the soldiers who received the award at Wounded Knee should have their medals rescinded.

Judo at the 1964 Summer Olympics

Of note is that future United States Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell competed for the United States in the competition, though he did not win a medal.

Lake Nighthorse

Lake Nighthorse is named in honor of former United States Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell, R-Colo.

Paul Maruyama

He is lifelong friends with former teammate, politician Ben Nighthorse Campbell.

Phillip S. Figa

Figa was one of five people recommended by Senators Ben Nighthorse Campbell and Wayne Allard to a seat on the United States District Court for the District of Colorado after the departure of Richard Paul Matsch, and on June 9, 2003, he was nominated by President George W. Bush for the role.



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