Madison Man Lauded For Heroic D-Day Efforts

MADISON, NJ - Vincent Hynes was 19-years-old when he landed on the beaches of Normandy at the height of World War II. As a diver in the Navy, his primary job was to recover the victims in the water.

Seventy-five years later, he received the Mayors Hero Award last night for his heroic effort.

Hynes was one of the 156,000 troops who landed on the beaches in Normandy on D-Day and last week, Hynes was one of five to receive a medal from the French Government. The award bestowed upon them membership in the French Legion of Honor from a grateful country and a grateful continent for their efforts on D-Day and the days and months to follow.

In addition to the Mayors Hero Award, Hynes received a signed proclamation from U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill, former Navy Pilot, thanking him for his heroic efforts as he fought for our country 75 years ago.

For his part, Hynes stressed the importance of teaching history, so that generations to come will forever appreciate the sacrifices made by generations passed.

"Hynes is a member of the Greatest Generation, and we, and all of our country will be forever thankful for their heroism and leadership they demonstrated," officials said.

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