World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
Bernard L. Amerine
Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Zanesfield, Ohio
Honored By
Ms. Darlene L. Lewis
Relationship
Niece
Served in the 79th Infantry Division. Fought in the European Theater in Germany and France. Suffered injuries to both legs when hit by shrapnel near the Rhine River, on March 15, 1945. Received the Purple Heart, Combat Infantry Badge. Spent extensive time recuperating at the Percy James Hospital.