Tyler, Ralph Eugene

Date of birth:: November 24th, 1914 (Remington/Indiana, United States)
Date of death:: February 14th, 1975 (Monticello/Indiana, United States)
Service number:: 39161039
Nationality:: American

Biography

Ralph E. Tyler served in the Aleutian Islands (Attu, Adak, Kiska), Marshall Islands (Kwajalein, Eniwetok), Southern Philippines (Leyte), and Ryukyu Islands (Okinawa).

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Bronze Star Medal (BSM)

Period:: Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:: Master Sergeant
Unit:: 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division "Bayonet", U.S. Army

Master Sergeant RALP E Tyler, 39161039, Infantry, United States Army. For meritorious service in connection with military operations against the enemy from 11 May to 2 June 1943. During the Attu Operation, Master Sergeant Tyler acted in the capacity of regimental Operations Sergeant. By his example of cheerfulness, cinfidence, energy and industry, he was a constant source of inspiration to his fellow soldiers. His determination, intelligence, and perseverance enabled him to develop innovations which expedited the collection and dissemination of vital information. Notwithstanding the complexities and arduous nature of the battel, Master Sergeant Tyler accurately maintained a complete and precise record of events.
His outstanding work was an important factor in the successful conclusion of a difficult operation

Signed
A.V. Arnold
Major General, USA
Commanding

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