[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 32 (Thursday, March 13, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E471]
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            IN HONOR OF OUR NATION'S FORMER PRISONERS OF WAR

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                           HON. FRANK R. WOLF

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 13, 1997

  Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure and honor for me to rise 
today to honor retired Navy Capt. Giles Norrington, of northern 
Virginia, and other former prisoners-of-war as a very important date 
approaches.
  On March 14, 1973, Captain Norrington and dozens of other American 
servicemen were released from captivity in North Vietnam. Their bravery 
and courage have always served as an inspiration for us. These true 
American heroes endured brutal and unspeakable conditions to emerge 
from captivity and demonstrate to every American how lucky we are to be 
able to call them our own.
  Here in Congress, we are fortunate to have former POW's such as 
Senator John McCain, and Congressman Sam Johnson among us. They are 
true leaders, like many other former POW's who have come home to lead 
our Nation into the 21st century. The sacrifices of our POW's on our 
behalf should always be remembered.
  Mr. Speaker, as we approach this historic date our POW's deserve our 
humble gratitude and prayers. I know I speak for many in thanking these 
brave servicemen for their service to our Nation and wish each and 
every one of them the best in the future.

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