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Navy Federal Credit Union

(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal (Army Design) to Colonel George G. Byrnes, Jr. (AFSN: 4248A/0-360045), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Byrnes culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his and reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

Awards Received

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Army Air Forces

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Air Corps)

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (Germany)

    Action Date:

    October 14, 1943
    NARA Database: Records of World War II Prisoners of War, created, 1942 – 6456

    First Lieutenant (Air Corps) George G. Byrnes (ASN: 0-360045), United States Army Air Forces, was captured by German forces on or about October 14, 1943 and was held as a prisoner of War until his return to U.S. Military control at the end of hostilities in May 1945.