[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 85 (Wednesday, June 16, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1271]
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                  TRIBUTE TO GENERAL DENNIS J. REIMER

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                            HON. IKE SKELTON

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 16, 1999

  Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, today, I wish to recognize the outstanding 
service to our Nation of General Dennis J. Reimer, the Army's 33rd 
Chief of Staff who will retire on June 21, 1999. General Reimer's 
career spanned over 36 years during which he distinguished himself as a 
soldier, leader, and trusted advisor to both the President and the U.S. 
Congress.
  As chief of Staff, General Reimer prepared our Nation's Army well for 
the challenges of the 21st Century. He leaves the Army trained and 
ready, a disciplined force that supports our Nation and its interests 
in 81 countries around the globe. In a period fraught with leadership 
challenges, General Reimer defined the Army's values of Loyalty, Duty, 
Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity and Personal Courage 
throughout the total force. As a result of his efforts, he created a 
seamless force which maximizes the unique and complementary 
capabilities of its three components--Active, Army Reserve and National 
Guard, creating a ``Total Army.'' He can take great pride in the Army's 
accomplishments and preparedness. General Reimer created the vision and 
set the stage for the Army of the 21st Century, a strategically 
responsive force.
  Throughout his career, General Reimer distinguished himself in 
numerous command and staff positions with U.S. Forces stationed both 
overseas and in the continental United States. In Asia, he served two 
tours of duty in Vietnam and a tour in Korea. In Europe his assignments 
included Commander, Division Artillery and Chief of Staff of the 8th 
Infantry Division. General Reimer's stateside assignments included 
serving as the Commanding General, 4th Infantry Division, at Fort 
Carson, Colorado, and Commanding General, Forces Command, at Fort 
McPherson, Georgia. Since June 1995, General Reimer has served in his 
present assignment as the 33rd U.S. Army Chief of Staff.
  Mr. Speaker, General Reimer has dedicated his life to our soldiers 
and our Nation. He has served our Nation with honor and distinction. I 
know the Members of the House will join me in paying tribute to this 
outstanding American patriot and wishing him well upon his retirement 
from the Army. He is truly a ``Leader of Leaders'' and will be sorely 
missed.

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