THE WALL OF FACES

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. Your Silver Star medal attests to your courage and devotion to your fellow soldiers. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us….

John Elia Horn

CITATION:
SYNOPSIS: Private First Class John Elia Horn (ASN: 50012556), United States Army, was awarded the Silver Star (Posthumously) for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in connection with military operations against the enemy while serving with Troop A, 1st Squadron, 9th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, in the Republic of Vietnam. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

Dear PFC John Horn, Thank you for your service as an Infantryman with the 1st Cavalry. Your 73rd birthday is soon, happy birthday. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness. Rest in peace with the angels.

Private First Class John Elia Horn, Served with A Troop, 1st Squadron, 9th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division.

Section J - Grave 222
National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific (Punchbowl)