<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1slgrd_0wNeKgwQ00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1slgrd_0wNeKgwQ00" width="1320" height="743" >CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — On Saturday, community members and local officials gathered in Richland Township to honor two local WWII heroes by dedicating a bridge in their memory.The newly named bridge serves as a permanent reminder of two brothers from Johnstown who gave their lives in service to their country.Bridge Key 8645 on Galleria Drive, over Route 219 in Richland Township, Cambria County, was officially dedicated Saturday as the PFC Paul O. Malzi and PFC Harry R. Malzi Memorial Bridge.The dedication follows the passing of House Bill 2223, introduced by state Representative Jim Rigby, which became law under Act 63 of 2024.The Malzi brothers were both born in Johnstown and served in the United States Army during WWII.Paul Malzi served as an infantryman in the 80th infantry division, giving his life in November of 1944 during offensive operations in France.He was laid to rest in Saint Avold, France, with honors, including the Purple Heart and European Campaign Medal.Harry Malzi, a member of the 83rd infantry division, survived the war only to lose his life in a tragic vehicle accident in Austria while serving on occupation duty.Harry was eventually brought home and laid to rest at the Richland Cemetery.The newly dedicated bridge stands as a tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of two local brothers who served their country.</div></body>

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Bridge dedication honors two local brothers who served in WWII

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — On Saturday, community members and local officials gathered in Richland Township to honor two local WWII heroes by dedicating a bridge in their memory. The newly named bridge serves as a permanent reminder of two brothers from Johnstown who gave their lives in service...