Byron, Edward J.
- Date of death:
- May 1st, 1945 (Italy)
- Buried on:
- Florence American Cemetery and Memorial
Plot: H. Row: 10. Grave: 3. - Service number:
- O-793489
- Nationality:
- American (1776 - present, Republic)
Biography
162 missions and commanded No 87 Flying Traning Squadron by 30 Apr 1944.
Lastly he commanded Headquarters, 360th Fighter Group.
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Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)
- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Major
- Unit:
- 360th Fighter Group, U.S. Army Air Forces
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)
- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
Sources
- Photo 1: Lennard Bolijn
- - Princeton Alumni Weekly
- Edward J. Byron Jr. | American Battle Monuments Commission
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