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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

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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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)

Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster
Air Medal (AM)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)

Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster
Air Medal (AM)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)

Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster
Air Medal (AM)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)

Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster
Air Medal (AM)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)

Silver Oak Leaf Cluster
Air Medal (AM)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)

w/ 8 battle stars
European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal

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