[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 137 (Monday, October 5, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1905]
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            HONORING PRIVATE FIRST CLASS BERNARD McADAMS III

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                     HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, October 5, 1998

  Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay my respects to a 
young man from my district who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line 
of duty. Bernard McAdams was proudly serving his country at Suwon Air 
Base as a member of the First 43rd Air Defense Artillery Battalion, 
south of Seoul, South Korea. In less than two years in the military, 
McAdams won commendations for sharpshooting, bravery, and leadership. 
Yet, his ultimate act of leadership ultimately cost him his life.
  Last month, Private McAdams was assisting civilians amidst torrential 
rains on the Korean peninsula when he and two other soldiers were 
killed in a mudslide. However, while these great forces of nature were 
able to sweep him away from his family and friends, no power exists 
that can ever rob us of the sprint that he left behind. A graduate of 
Penfield High School near Rochester, New York, Bernard McAdams was 
known for his kindness, his intelligence, and his generosity. He grew 
up participating in activities such as the Boy Scouts, and Jack and 
Jill of America, a volunteer service club. He was a lover of 
Shakespeare, history, sports and art. In particular, many will remember 
him for his skill and interest in cartooning. Private McAdams was also 
a man of faith who was known for often reading and re-reading the 
Bible.
  Mr. Speaker, the people who knew Private First Class Bernard McAdams 
III will forever be touched by the short time that he had in this 
world. This young man died as he lived, as a hero and as a role model. 
I send my condolences to his family and on behalf of my colleagues, 
offer my thanks and admiration for representing this nation with honor 
and dignity.

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