[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 116 (Tuesday, July 18, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1460]
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                      COL. JOHN JOSEPH McNULTY III

                                 ______


                            HON. IKE SKELTON

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 18, 1995
  Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, today I wish to congratulate Col. John 
Joseph McNulty III who will retire from the U.S. Army in August. 
Colonel McNulty faithfully served his country with the Army over the 
last twenty 29 years, and, due to his outstanding effort and ability, 
deserves recognition at this time.
  Colonel McNulty enlisted in the U.S. Army on March 9, 1966. After 
completing basic and advanced training at Fort Dix, NJ, he entered OCS 
at Fort Knox, KY. Commissioned in March, 1967 as a second lieutenant of 
armor, he was posted to Fort Hood, TX, and the 2d Battalion, 13th 
Armor, 2d Brigade, 1st Armored Division as the S-2. Three months later 
he was given command to Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 46th 
Infantry and remained in command until April, 1968. Lieutenant McNulty 
was then given a second command, the Headquarters Company of 2/13 
Armor. In late summer of 1968 he was assigned as the S-2/Asst S-3 of 
the 2d Brigade and remained in that position until July, 1969.
  In August, 1969, having been promoted in March, Captain McNulty 
reported to the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment (Black Horse) in Quan 
Loi, Vietnam, where he served as the commander of the Regimental 
Headquarters Troop until December. He returned to the United States and 
was released from active duty in order to return to college in Texas.
  Captain McNulty returned to active duty in March, 1971, and in June 
returned to Vietnam and 1st Squadron, 1st Regiment of Dragoons 
(Blackhawk), 23rd Infantry Division (Americal). He served as the 
squadron motor officer until the squadron deactivated in April, 1972. 
He was selected to command the honor guard and escort the squadron's 
colors to Germany where the squadron was reactivated in May, 1972.
  He returned to the United States, completed the armored officer 
advanced course in 1973, moved to Austin and graduated with honors from 
the University of Texas in 1975 under the Army's Degree Completion 
Program. Captain McNulty was subsequently assigned to Fort Bliss, TX, 
and the 3d Armored Cavalry Regiment (Brave Rifles). While there, he 
served as adjutant and commanded C Troop, First Squadron--his fourth 
troop/company command.
  In 1978, Captain McNulty was assigned to the Seventh Army Training 
Command in Grafenwoehr, Germany. His task as chief of new equipment 
training was to design and prepare the training plan for the 
introduction of both the Abrams tank and the Bradley Fighting Vehicle 
to USAREUR units. Major McNulty, promoted in February, 1979, returned 
to the United States to attend the Command and General Staff College at 
Fort Leavenworth, KS, in summer, 1980. He graduated as a member of the 
centennial class in June, 1981.
  In June 1984, Lieutenant Colonel McNulty assumed command of First 
Squadron, 3d Armored Cavalry Regiment at Fort Bliss, TX. During the 
next 25 months, he led the unit successfully through numerous field and 
gunnery exercises. Relinquishing command in July, 1986, he served as 
the assistant commandant of the Sergeants Major Academy until June, 
1987. In July, Lieutenant Colonel McNulty attended the U.S. Army War 
College at Carlisle, PA, graduating in June, 1988.
  Since June, 1988, Jay McNulty has been a member of OCLL. Initially 
assigned as the Chief of Special Actions Branch in the Congressional 
Inquiry Division, June 1989 saw him appointed as chief of that 
division.
  Col. Jay McNulty is culminating his service as Chief, House Liaison 
Division. He effectively used his vast knowledge of the Army, his 
personal communication skills, and his management abilities to tell the 
``Army Story.'' He represented the Army, continuing his role of 
resolving complex and sensitive issues with every professional 
committee, and all 435 personal offices, and leadership offices in the 
U.S. House of Representatives.
  He is indeed the quintessential officer. His selfless service, 
commitment to excellence, and caring professionalism have continually 
provided inspiration to those with whom he has served. This exceptional 
officer truly personifies those traits of courage, competency, and 
integrity our Nation has come to expect from our Army officers. He has 
served our Nation well and our heartfelt appreciation and his best 
wishes for continued success go with him as he prepares for his next 
endeavor.