1924 – 2013
2d Lt Burnett G. Bartley was the epitome of “The Greatest Generation.” serving through WW II in Co H, 137th Inf, and promoted from Private to Sergeant to 2d Lieutenant. He survived hand-to-hand combat in the battles at Lorraine and the Gramercy Forest. Commanding a heavy machine gun squad he was wounded at Destry, France, on Nov 14, 1944. He recovered quickly and was involved in the capture of 33 towns and the taking of 1500 prisoners as the 137th Infantry fought across Europe, including the Battle of the Bulge. Besides the Bronze Star and Purple Heart, he received many other medals. After the war he became a successful businessman. He passed away on April 3, 2013 after an exceptional life.