FAIRMONT —
World War II veteran Robert Haney has finally received the recognition he deserved when he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for his service, 67 years after he qualified for the distinction.
The presentation of the award was delayed due to a fire in the 1960s that burned down a building in St. Louis that held records of millions of service members, including Haney’s.
Haney’s grandson began researching the issue and realized that individuals who serve in combat and receive the Combat Infantryman’s Badge are also supposed to receive the Bronze Star Medal. Realizing that his grandfather did receive the Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Haney’s grandson sought to make sure Haney got the award he deserved.
After three years, the error was corrected and Haney received the award in the mail a few weeks ago.
Haney, who is a member of VFW Post 7048, asked that an officer present it to him and Maj. George P. Davis III (U.S. Army retired) was more than happy to do so.
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Maj. George P. Davis III (U.S. Army retired) presented World War II veteran Robert Haney with the Bronze Star Medal on Nov. 26. Haney qualified for the award for his services in Europe in 1944 and 1945 and has finally received it 67 years later. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY TED SAWYER
Overdue recognition
After 67 years, Robert Haney receives Bronze Star Medal
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