About John Andrew Barnes III
Lived 1945 – 1967 (aged 22). John Andrew Barnes III was an American military personnel.
John Andrew Barnes III (April 16, 1945 – November 12, 1967) was a soldier of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Battle of Dak To.
Adopted as a child, Barnes joined the army after graduating from Dedham High School in 1964. After serving in the Dominican Civil War and completing a tour of duty in Vietnam, he volunteered to go back to the war. During Barnes' second tour, his unit came under attack during the Battle of Dak To. Barnes was killed when he jumped on a grenade to save the lives of wounded comrades. For "conspicuous gallantry" that was "above and beyond the call of duty", Barnes received the Medal of Honor.
Early life and education Barnes was born in Boston, Massachusetts on April 16, 1945.
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Who was John Andrew Barnes III?
United States Army Medal of Honor recipient
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John Andrew Barnes III was born on 16 April 1945 in Boston.
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John Andrew Barnes III died on 12 November 1967 in Kon Tum.
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John Andrew Barnes III was a military personnel.
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John Andrew Barnes III was American.
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