Governor Andrew Cuomo has directed that flags on state government buildings be flown at half-staff tomorrow, November 8, in honor of Capt. Andrew D. Byers, a native of Clarence, Erie County, who died in Afghanistan Thursday.
"On behalf of all New Yorkers, I extend sincere condolences to Capt. Byers’ fellow soldiers, friends and family,” Governor Cuomo said. "We are saddened by this loss and join his loved ones in honoring Capt. Byers’ bravery and service to our nation."
Capt. Byers, 30, died of wounds sustained
while engaging enemy forces in Kunduz Afghanistan. He was assigned to
Company B, 2nd Battalion 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) which is
based at Fort Carson Colorado.
Source: Press Office, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
Report in the News & Observer: Army Captain From Rolesville Killed in Afghanistan
Note: From The G-Man proudly salutes Capt. Byers and his service to the country with the following video tribute. May his family, friends and fellow soldiers find some measure of comfort in days to come, and may he forever rest in peace.
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