IL HR1374

Recognizes James Brandon for his heroic service during World War II as a Private First Class with the 667th Field Artillery Battalion Headquarters Battery in the United States Army

Acknowledges Brandon's service in the Ardennes, Rhineland, Luxembourg, and Central Europe, including participation in the Battle of the Bulge and subsequent deployment to Berlin

Notes Brandon received the American Theater Ribbon, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Ribbon with 3 Bronze Stars, Good Conduct Medals, and the World War II Victory Medal

Directs presentation of a suitable copy of the resolution to James Brandon as an expression of the Illinois House of Representatives' esteem and respect