[PGR_PA_r5] US Army WWII Veteran Bertrum Winzer Allentown Pa. October 30th 2023

[PGRPA-VETREP-EAST]

PFC Bertrum Winzer
US Army WWII Veteran

Monday, October 30th
Allentown PA

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The family of Bertrum Winzer has asked the Patriot Guard Riders to stand in
honor of his service to his country. PFC Winzer fought in the 1st Special
Service Force, the famed Devil’s Brigade that paved the way for today’s
Special Forces. When the force disbanded late in 1944, the private first
class from Emmaus was reassigned to the 101st Airborne Division. Sent to
Belgium during the Battle of the Bulge, he was among the troops who held
off the Germans at Bastogne.

Bert was a highly decorated veteran of WWII, Medals received included the
Congressional Medal of Honor, Canadian Medal and French Legion of Honor,
Bronze Star, Purple Heart, two Presidential Citations as well as numerous
campaign medals and citations. He was known for frequent speaking
engagements at many schools, historical societies, veteran organizations,
and other events about his experiences in the service.

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*Monday, October 30th 2023*

*Stephens Funeral Home, Inc *274 N. Krocks Road,
Allentown, PA 18106

*Staging:*   1130 Hrs
*Viewing:*   1200-1400 Hrs
*Service:*   1400 Hrs
*Map:*   https://maps.app.goo.gl/Q79hH4WspYFaxhLJA


*RCIC:*   Richard Sam
*Email:*   rsam1sg2 at yahoo.com

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For mission information, contact:
Eric M. Cramer, Veterans Liaison East
Email:  pgrpa.vetrep.east at gmail.com
Phone: 717-507-5213


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Sincerely--
Eric M. Cramer,
Veterans Liaison East
Patriot Guard Riders Of Pennsylvania
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