Bernard served as a Seaman 2nd Class, U.S.S. Cony (DD-508), U.S. Navy during World War II.
He resided 445 Rich's Dugway, Brighton, Monroe County, New York prior to the war. He enlisted in the Nave on September 25, 1942 in Rochester, NY.
The Cony, while providing cover for the landings on the Treasury Islands, the Cony & the U.S.S. Philip (DD-498) were attacked by 10 Japanese dive bombers that were escorted by 39 Japanese fighter planes. The Cony received two bomb hits on her main deck which killed 8 of her men, wounded 10, and caused considerable damage during the war.
Bernard "Died Of Wounds" suffered from burns in this attack.
He was awarded the "Navy Cross" and the Purple Heart.
He was first interred overseas and later re-interred here on August 28, 1948.
Service # 6085810
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Historical Notes: The Cony, after having survived WW II & Korea service, took part in the Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba in April 1961. She also took part in the blockade of Cuba during the missile crisis. On October 27, 1961 the Cony intercepted the Soviet submarine B-59, an incident which nearly led to war between the United States and the Soviet Union.
The Cony received 11 battle stars for World War II service, and two for Korean War service.
Bio & Note by: Russ Pickett
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Submitted by: BarryC:
Navy Cross Citation:
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Seaman Second Class Bernard Barney (NSN: 6085810), United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty while serving on board the Destroyer U.S.S. CONY (DD-508), in action against the enemy during the occupation of the Treasury Islands in the Solomons, on 27 October 1943. When the CONY sustained two direct hits on her main deck killing 8 of her men and wounding 10, while being attacked by about 25 enemy bombers, Seaman Second Class Barney assisted in bringing the raging flames under control. Although fatally burned, he then volunteered for the repair party and contributed materially to the survival of his ship in an extremely critical encounter. The conduct of Seaman Second Class Barney throughout this action reflects great credit upon himself, and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
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He resided 445 Rich's Dugway, Brighton, Monroe County, New York prior to the war. He enlisted in the Nave on September 25, 1942 in Rochester, NY.
The Cony, while providing cover for the landings on the Treasury Islands, the Cony & the U.S.S. Philip (DD-498) were attacked by 10 Japanese dive bombers that were escorted by 39 Japanese fighter planes. The Cony received two bomb hits on her main deck which killed 8 of her men, wounded 10, and caused considerable damage during the war.
Bernard "Died Of Wounds" suffered from burns in this attack.
He was awarded the "Navy Cross" and the Purple Heart.
He was first interred overseas and later re-interred here on August 28, 1948.
Service # 6085810
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Historical Notes: The Cony, after having survived WW II & Korea service, took part in the Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba in April 1961. She also took part in the blockade of Cuba during the missile crisis. On October 27, 1961 the Cony intercepted the Soviet submarine B-59, an incident which nearly led to war between the United States and the Soviet Union.
The Cony received 11 battle stars for World War II service, and two for Korean War service.
Bio & Note by: Russ Pickett
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Submitted by: BarryC:
Navy Cross Citation:
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Seaman Second Class Bernard Barney (NSN: 6085810), United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty while serving on board the Destroyer U.S.S. CONY (DD-508), in action against the enemy during the occupation of the Treasury Islands in the Solomons, on 27 October 1943. When the CONY sustained two direct hits on her main deck killing 8 of her men and wounding 10, while being attacked by about 25 enemy bombers, Seaman Second Class Barney assisted in bringing the raging flames under control. Although fatally burned, he then volunteered for the repair party and contributed materially to the survival of his ship in an extremely critical encounter. The conduct of Seaman Second Class Barney throughout this action reflects great credit upon himself, and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
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Bernard served as a Seaman 2nd Class, U.S.S. Cony (DD-508), U.S. Navy during World War II.
He resided 445 Rich's Dugway, Brighton, Monroe County, New York prior to the war. He enlisted in the Nave on September 25, 1942 in Rochester, NY.
The Cony, while providing cover for the landings on the Treasury Islands, the Cony & the U.S.S. Philip (DD-498) were attacked by 10 Japanese dive bombers that were escorted by 39 Japanese fighter planes. The Cony received two bomb hits on her main deck which killed 8 of her men, wounded 10, and caused considerable damage during the war.
Bernard "Died Of Wounds" suffered from burns in this attack.
He was awarded the "Navy Cross" and the Purple Heart.
He was first interred overseas and later re-interred here on August 28, 1948.
Service # 6085810
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Historical Notes: The Cony, after having survived WW II & Korea service, took part in the Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba in April 1961. She also took part in the blockade of Cuba during the missile crisis. On October 27, 1961 the Cony intercepted the Soviet submarine B-59, an incident which nearly led to war between the United States and the Soviet Union.
The Cony received 11 battle stars for World War II service, and two for Korean War service.
Bio & Note by: Russ Pickett
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Submitted by: BarryC:
Navy Cross Citation:
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Seaman Second Class Bernard Barney (NSN: 6085810), United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty while serving on board the Destroyer U.S.S. CONY (DD-508), in action against the enemy during the occupation of the Treasury Islands in the Solomons, on 27 October 1943. When the CONY sustained two direct hits on her main deck killing 8 of her men and wounding 10, while being attacked by about 25 enemy bombers, Seaman Second Class Barney assisted in bringing the raging flames under control. Although fatally burned, he then volunteered for the repair party and contributed materially to the survival of his ship in an extremely critical encounter. The conduct of Seaman Second Class Barney throughout this action reflects great credit upon himself, and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
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He resided 445 Rich's Dugway, Brighton, Monroe County, New York prior to the war. He enlisted in the Nave on September 25, 1942 in Rochester, NY.
The Cony, while providing cover for the landings on the Treasury Islands, the Cony & the U.S.S. Philip (DD-498) were attacked by 10 Japanese dive bombers that were escorted by 39 Japanese fighter planes. The Cony received two bomb hits on her main deck which killed 8 of her men, wounded 10, and caused considerable damage during the war.
Bernard "Died Of Wounds" suffered from burns in this attack.
He was awarded the "Navy Cross" and the Purple Heart.
He was first interred overseas and later re-interred here on August 28, 1948.
Service # 6085810
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Historical Notes: The Cony, after having survived WW II & Korea service, took part in the Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba in April 1961. She also took part in the blockade of Cuba during the missile crisis. On October 27, 1961 the Cony intercepted the Soviet submarine B-59, an incident which nearly led to war between the United States and the Soviet Union.
The Cony received 11 battle stars for World War II service, and two for Korean War service.
Bio & Note by: Russ Pickett
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
Submitted by: BarryC:
Navy Cross Citation:
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Seaman Second Class Bernard Barney (NSN: 6085810), United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty while serving on board the Destroyer U.S.S. CONY (DD-508), in action against the enemy during the occupation of the Treasury Islands in the Solomons, on 27 October 1943. When the CONY sustained two direct hits on her main deck killing 8 of her men and wounding 10, while being attacked by about 25 enemy bombers, Seaman Second Class Barney assisted in bringing the raging flames under control. Although fatally burned, he then volunteered for the repair party and contributed materially to the survival of his ship in an extremely critical encounter. The conduct of Seaman Second Class Barney throughout this action reflects great credit upon himself, and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
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