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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Lyle William Bernard, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding Officer, 2d Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, from 1942 to 1943. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Bernard and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry)

    Batallion:

    2d Battalion

    Regiment:

    30th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    3d Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    July 1943
    Headquarters, 3d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 51 (1943)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Lyle William Bernard, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Commanding Officer of the 2d Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in July 1943 in Sicily. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Lieutenant Colonel Bernard, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Infantry)

    Action Date:

    August 1960 – July 1963
    Department of the Army, General Orders No. 37 (August 9, 1963)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit to Colonel (Infantry) Lyle William Bernard, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States from August 1960 to July 1963.