[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 26 (Thursday, February 29, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E259]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   TRIBUTE TO LT. COL. TIMUR J. EADS

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                         HON. ROBERT K. DORNAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 29, 1996

  Mr. DORNAN. Mr. Speaker, today I recognize Lt. Col. Timur J. Eads for 
his distinguished and exemplary service to the U.S. Army and this great 
Nation on the occasion of his retirement from active military service. 
The Army and the military have been a better place for having known 
Timur Eads. Timur's retirement from the U.S. Army and service to his 
country will truly be felt. His over-20-years of inspired service has 
not only made the Army a better place, it has insurmountably enhanced 
the soldiers, sailors, and airmen who have benefited from his 
leadership and encouragement. His common sense and concern for the day-
to-day welfare of his charges represent the epitome of what military 
leadership is all about. An officer of the highest ethical and moral 
standards he took the toughest jobs and succeeded where most fail. As 
an elite U.S. Army Ranger he truly led the way. Whether shepherding an 
infantry platoon or directing the operations of a ranger battalion, 
Timur Eads had what it takes. His service as the deputy director for 
the Nation's counterdrug effort from U.S. SOUTHCOM in Panama provided 
such an invaluable service to this Nation, I cannot begin to quantify 
it.
  On a personal note, from all of us in the Congress who have been 
inspired by his resolute service and dedication, Timur's retirement 
will truly leave a void on the Hill. During his present tenure with us 
as the deputy director of Legislative Affairs for the U.S. Special 
Operations Command, Timur quickly established a solid reputation with 
members and staff alike for his extensive knowledge of the intricate 
world of special operations, as well as an insightful perspective into 
national defense strategy. His unparalleled expertise in the 
counterdrug environment has been of immeasurable importance to those of 
us in the Congress who have been dedicated to eliminating the courage 
of illicit drugs from the streets and neighbors of this fair land. His 
wit and charisma have made an indelible impact on us. Timur has aided 
us immeasurably in our day-to-day operations. His credibility and 
candor made him an invaluable resource.
  I have had the pleasure of traveling with Timur on numerous occasions 
and like the old adage ``I won't go anywhere without him'' he has 
always, proved invaluable. When I had a sensitive and time critical 
trip to Bosnia, during the crux of the escalation of the United States 
led air effort, it was Timur Eads whom I called upon to make it happen. 
In the challenging arena of international travel, he has a way of 
making the difficult look effortless and the impossible a reality. He 
has earned our trust, our respect, and our gratitude. Because of 
Timur's credibility and goodwill, the Special Operations Command, its 
CINC--Gen. Wayne Downing and the Department of Defense have reaped 
enormous benefits from his tenure on the Hill.
  The colleagues and I bid Lt. Col. Timur Eads, his lovely wife Cathy, 
and his exceptional daughters Nicole, Jessica, and Amanda, a fond 
farewell--they are truly a remarkable American family. Well done, Tim, 
but certainly expected from the son of an Army Air Force P-38 
``Lightning'' fighter pilot.

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