[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 157 (Wednesday, October 11, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1920-E1921]
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                  HOLDEN SALUTES WORLD WAR II VETERANS

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                            HON. TIM HOLDEN

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 11, 1995

  Mr. HOLDEN. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I rise today 
to honor and pay tribute to our World War II veterans as we commemorate 
the 50th anniversary of World War II.
  We stand here today because of the sacrifices and efforts of those 
people who fought and gave their lives for freedom.
  Countless soldiers, sailors, and airmen, gave their lives at places 
like Midway, Normandy, Anzio, Bastogne, and Okinawa, so that we could 
enjoy the blessings of liberty.
  There were many heroes worthy of our recognition and praise. I am 
proud that one of those heroes is from my district, and is here with us 
today.
  It is my great pleasure that Capt. Jim Burt of Wyomissing, PA, is 
here with us. Captain Burt is an Army veteran and a Congressional Medal 
of Honor winner.
  Captain Burt risked his life in heavy fighting near the city of 
Aachen in Germany. Despite being wounded early in the fighting, Captain 
Burt led his troops for more than 8 days until victory was won.
  I would like to thank Captain Burt, and all of the men and women who 
fought and gave their lives to preserve our freedom.

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  You answered the call of duty, and we thank you for all that you have 
done for our great country.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask all of my colleagues to join me in honoring these 
fine men and women.

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