[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 136 (Monday, September 26, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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                 HONORING A DEDICATED AMERICAN VETERAN

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                        HON. ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 26, 1994

  Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity 
to recognize the passing of Eliseo Jimenez Machado, a man who proudly 
served his adopted country in time of battle and who dedicated his life 
to improving his community.
  In 1943, Eliseo J. Machado came to the United States from Cuba on a 
90-day visa with two friends. He had $100 in his pocket. His dream was 
to immigrate to this country, marry his childhood sweetheart, Lucrecia, 
and raise a family. Eliseo and Lucrecia were blessed with two children, 
William and Katherine.
  Prior to the visa expiration, he enlisted in the U.S. Army as a 
translator. After attaining the rank of corporal in the 89th Army Air 
Force base unit stationed in Wiesbaden, Germany, he was honorably 
discharged in December 1946. His many decorations included the World 
War II Victory Medal, World War II Victory Ribbon, and Army of 
Occupation Medal.
  Returning to New York City, he was employed by American Cyanamid for 
23 years, serving as manager of Latin American export division. His 
education included the University of Havana in Cuba, the Escuela 
Profesional de Comercio de la Habana, New York City College, and Henry 
George School of Social Science.
  Upon retirement, he relocated to Miami and became active in 
Republican politics. He was awarded Florida's Grassroots Volunteer of 
the Year, was elected committeeman for the Republican Party, and was 
appointed chairman of voter registration. He never forgot his native 
country, Cuba, and was actively involved in efforts to bring democracy 
and liberty to the enslaved Cuban people. For these efforts, Eliseo was 
chosen president of the municipality of Colon in exile.
  Mr. Machado was a conscious citizen who contributed much to his 
community. His presence will be especially missed in Miami. Eliseo 
Jimenez Machado was a great man.

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