Barry Sadler

Barry Sadler (1966)

Barry Sadler (November 1, 1940 – November 5, 1989) was an American soldier, songwriter and writer. In 1966, He recorded a song called "The Ballad of The Green Berets". It was the biggest selling song that year. He later helped write the "Casca" series of books. He died after being shot in the head by a robber.

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Barry Sadler Media

Photo of then Airman First Class (E-4) Barry Sadler while still a member of the United States Air Force
Combat Infantryman Badge
Army Good Conduct Medal Subsequent Award Clasp * The second and subsequent awards are indicated by the wear of the clasp with loop on the ribbon.Bronze clasps indicate the second (two loops) through fifth award (five loops);*Silver clasps indicate sixth (one loop) through tenth award (five loops); and*Gold clasps indicate eleventh (one loop) through the fifteenth award (five loops).
Air Force Overseas Short Tour Ribbon recreated using MIL-DTL-11589/278E
Vietnam Campaign Medal ribbon with 60- clasp
Longevity Service Award USAF
US Army Airborne basic parachutist badge
US Army Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge-Generic
Einzelbild Special Forces (Special Forces Insignia)