Leslo Karney

ASN:35044324

Karney, Leslo S., Corporal: Bronze Star Medal, GO 15, 1945.

35044324, Corporal, for meritorious service in connection with military operations against the enemy for the period 18 September, 1944, through 5 October 1944, in Holland. Corporal Carney landed by glider with his organization in Holland.  His duties with the battery were those of wire corporal. Upon landing Corporal Carney was injured, receiving lacerations about the face. Despite his injury, he directed the unloading of his glider and assisted in collection of the signal equipment. Upon reaching the battery position Corporal Carney immediately organized a wire crew and made additional trips to the landing zone, which was under intense small arms and mortar fire. He further assisted in the collection of communications equipment. It was not until the next day that Corporal Carney stopped for medical attention. Throughout the succeeding days he was instrumental in effecting wire communications, in many occasions in actual engagements. These actions by Corporal Carney allowed the LO to render close and effective artillery support for the successful execution of each mission. His aggressive devotion to duty was a credit to himself and the airborne forces.  Entered military service from Shickshinny, Pennsylvania.

Leslo Karney, 74, died October 24, 1987. God bless this hero.