[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 159 (Thursday, November 11, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2358]
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                       TRIBUTE TO JOHNNIE HENDRIX

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                        HON. SUE WILKINS MYRICK

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 10, 1999

  Mrs. MYRICK. Mr. Speaker, on the eve of Veterans Day, I rise to bring 
to the attention of the House the extraordinary accomplishments of 
Johnnie Hendrix. Mr. Hendrix, a recipient of the Silver Star, deserves 
recognition for his valiant bravery on behalf of the American people 
while a member of our Armed Forces. I am proud to represent Mr. Hendrix 
in Congress.
  Johnnie Hendrix, now 81, served in the 8th Infantry Division's 13th 
Regiment during World War II. While participating in an action against 
the German military in the Ruhr Valley, his commander was critically 
wounded. With concern for his commander and his fellow soldiers, Mr. 
Hendrix took up command of his company to lead the battle. Under his 
direction, a combination of tanks and infantry successfully broke the 
German defenses and the group captured more than 1,000 Axis prisoners.
  Mr. Johnnie Hendrix is an outstanding and inspirational individual. 
His bravery and courage during this operation and throughout his 
service to our country is admirable and should be commended.

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