[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 154 (Thursday, December 14, 2000)]
[Senate]
[Page S11784]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    A TRIBUTE TO DANIEL GREELEY III

 Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. President, I rise today to pay 
tribute to Daniel Greeley III, of Peterborough, New Hampshire. A Navy 
Petty Officer 3rd Class Division who was serving on the U.S.S. Cole 
when it was attacked on October 12th, 2000. Daniel is in his 1st year 
of a six-year enlistment, after having served three years in the United 
States Coast Guard.
  Daniel was one of the engine room mechanics on shift when the attack 
happened. Even though he was on the other side of the ship, the blast 
waves hit him hard. He suffered cuts and bruises, but nothing nearly as 
serious as his friends and shipmates. Four of Daniel Greeley's closest 
friends were killed by the blast. Even after the blast had left a hole 
measuring 40 feet wide, and 40 feet high, Daniel as well as the other 
sailors of the U.S.S Cole pushed on.
  After the blast, the sailors worked frantically to keep the ship 
afloat until it could be brought to safety. As one of the engine room 
mechanics, Daniel was forced to push on through the crisis to keep 
generators running and the boat from going under. He had the lives of 
more than 200 sailors depending on his skills as an engine room 
mechanic. Daniel persevered well through the night and into the early 
morning, facing adversity head on and pushing through.
  Daniel's actions and bravery speak volumes of his character. Not only 
has he elected to serve our country, but has done so in a noble manner. 
He is a true inspiration to the people of New Hampshire. He can hold 
his head high, knowing he has done his wife Mary, and 14-month-old 
daughter Angelina proud. As Daniel continues his service, I wish him 
continued success. He will begin his ACNR schooling in January, an 
undoubtedly will continue to serve his country with honor and grace. As 
a fellow sailor, I salute Daniel Greeley III. It is an honor to 
represent him in the United States Senate.

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