Byrne Bernard A.

Monuments

Bernard A. Bryne Plaque

Name:

Bernard A. Byrne

Rank:

Colonel

Serial Number:

O12404

Unit:

320th Infantry Regiment, 35th Infantry Division

Date of Death:

0000-00-00

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Decoration:

Legion of Merit Silver Star Medal Bronze Star Medal OLC

Comments:

COL Byrne was the commander of the 320th Infantry Regiment, 35th Infantry Division durig WWII. He was awarded the Silver Star Medal for his actions on 10 November, 1944 when he exposed himself to heavy small arms and artillery fire in order to personally urge his men forward. This inspirational leadership proved to be the difference on the battlefield that day, as the 320th Regiment was successful in it's objectives.