John Joseph Lyons ★ Vietnam War Gold Star Veteran from New York
On April 2, 1970 Sergeant Lyons was declared a casualty of the Vietnam War. ★ He served with honor in the United States Army. ★ He is remembered by the people of New York. ★ May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect, and equality for all.
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Service Details
This Profile ID | 285196 |
Service ID | 107406122 |
Name | John Joseph Lyons |
From | Yonkers, Westchester County, New York |
Birth Date | February 11, 1949 |
Casualty Date | April 2, 1970 |
War | Vietnam War |
Service Branch | Army |
Rank | Sergeant |
Specialty | Light Weapons Infantry |
Unit/Group | 25th Infantry Division, 2nd Battalion, 27th Infantry, B Company |
Casualty Type | Died through hostile action .. small arms fire |
Location | Renegade Woods, South Vietnam, Tay Ninh province |
Notable Awards |
★ Purple Heart |
Remembered | John is honored on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial in Washington DC. Name inscribed at VVM Wall, Panel 12w, Line 83. |
Additional Details
▼ Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis: John Joseph Lyons was serving his country during the Vietnam War when he gave his all in the line of duty. He was drafted into the Army. Entered the service via Selective Service. He began his tour on July 23, 1969. Lyons had the rank of Sergeant. His military occupation or specialty was Light Weapons Infantry. Service number assignment was 107406122. Attached to 25th Infantry Division, 2nd Battalion, 27th Infantry, B Company.
He was born on February 11, 1949. According to our records New York was his home or enlistment state and Westchester county has been included within the archival record. We have Yonkers listed as his city.
During his service in the Vietnam War, Army Sergeant Lyons experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on April 2, 1970. Recorded circumstances attributed to: Died through hostile action .. small arms fire. Incident location: Renegade Woods, South Vietnam, Tay Ninh province. |
Commendations + Awards
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★ Combat Infantryman Badge
★ Purple Heart
★ Marksmanship Badge
★ National Defense Service Medal
★ Vietnam Campaign Medal
★ Vietnam Service Medal
★ Army Presidential Unit Citation
★ Vietnam Gallantry Cross
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