[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 118 (Thursday, September 28, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1627]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                 A TRIBUTE TO COMMANDER TEMPLE L. ALLEN

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                           HON. DUNCAN HUNTER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 28, 2000

  Mr. HUNTER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize the outstanding 
service and dedication of my friend from San Diego, Lieutenant 
Commander Temple L. Allen. His career in the United States Navy spans 
three decades and has earned many awards and recognitions, including 
Navy Commendation Medal presented to him by the Secretary of the Navy. 
I would like to take a moment a commend Temple's exceptional service to 
our country.
  Temple began half a century ago in Ontario, California where he 
enlisted, and upon finishing submarine school was assigned to the 
U.S.S. Catfish. Since then, Temple went on to provide expert 
organizational guidance and leadership that was required to effectively 
repair many submarines at the NEREUS facility. He was recognized by his 
peers for his outstanding responsiveness in the NEREUS repair 
department and the high quality of work that was directly attributed to 
him. Throughout his tenure in the Navy, Temple inspired leadership, 
professionalism, and devotion to duty to those he served with and has 
continually conducted himself with the highest traditions of the United 
States Navy.
  Mr. Speaker, in an era when the U.S. military is often not given 
sufficient recognition, outstanding leaders, such as Temple, exemplify 
the commitment our armed forces has to superior performance. As a 
veteran and Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Military Procurement, 
I would like to commend Commander Temple L. Allen for all of his 
efforts and years of service and to the United States Navy and our 
country.

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