[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 36 (Tuesday, March 28, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E428]
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                   WILLIAM CRAWFORD WAS TRULY A HERO

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 28, 2000

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I wanted to ask that we all pause a moment 
to remember a true American hero, Mr. William Crawford. Though he is 
gone, he will live on in the hearts of all who knew him and be 
remembered for long years by many who didn't.
  During World War II, William fought for our country while he served 
in the Army. Mr. Crawford's bravery as an Army private in World War II 
led to him becoming the first of Pueblo's four Medal of Honor 
recipients. Racing through heavy gunfire and detonating hand grenades 
on enemy gun sites, Mr. Crawford exemplified bravery. In 1945, he was 
captured by German troops and was presumed dead. As a result, his 
father received the Medal of Honor on his behalf. However, later that 
year, Mr. Crawford was rescued from the German troops. In 1947, he re-
enlisted in the Army and served until 1967.
  As you can see, Mr. Speaker, Mr. Crawford was a model American, 
embodying patriotism, strength, gentleness and service throughout his 
lifetime. William will be missed by all of us. Hopefully, we can learn 
from the example that William Crawford has set.

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