Comrade John joined the RCAF in 1949 and continued to
proudly serve the Canadian Forces {Air} for the next 38 yrs. His postings
included many units thought Canada, one in the USA, and a four year stint at
Baden-Soellingen, Germany’s #4{F} Wing. While in Germany, at the height of the
Cold War, the Cuban “Missile Crisis” took place. As a member of Branch 98, John
represented Nova Scotia Command in the National Legion Seniors Curling
Championship on four occasions, and served as Branch President during the years
1999 and 2000. Branch 98 ,Kingston Legion is proud and honored to present
Comrade Byrne as “VETERAN OF THE MONTH” Jan 2007