[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 59 (Wednesday, April 28, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E794-E795]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING MAJOR GENERAL JAMES McINTOSH

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                            HON. JIM SAXTON

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 28, 1999

  Mr. SAXTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to Major General James 
McIntosh, a highly distinguished leader of the New Jersey Air National 
Guard who is retiring after many years of dedicated service to our 
great Nation. Major General McIntosh was assigned to the 108th Air 
Refueling Wing and the 204th Weather Flight, both stationed at McGuire 
Air Force Base, and the 177th Fighter Wing, which is based at Atlantic 
City International Airport. He has served our Nation's military with 
great pride and is exemplary as a leader.
  Major General McIntosh entered the Air Force in 1959 through the 
Aviation Cadet Program at Harlington Air Force Base, TX, and

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was commissioned as an aircraft navigator in 1960. He is a Master 
Navigator with over 6,400 flying hours including 100 combat missions 
during the Vietnam War. General McIntosh entered the New Jersey Air 
National Guard in 1978, commanded the 170th Air Refueling Group from 
1989 to 1992, and has commanded the New Jersey Air National Guard since 
1992.
  As our Nation proceeds with its involvements around the globe, the 
National Guard will continue to be an integral part of the total 
military force structure. Highly qualified citizens participating in 
the National Guard are the backbone of our national strength. Leaders 
such as Major General McIntosh command and guide many through the 
necessary training efforts that sustain a world-class organization.
  It has been my privilege to know Major General James McIntosh and 
witness his dedication to the National Guard. He is a true leader and 
asset to the armed forces. Major General McIntosh serves as a model 
upon which future leaders should be based.

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