[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 29 (Wednesday, March 7, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E305]
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                       TRIBUTE TO MR. ROBERT MAY

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                            HON. ALLEN BOYD

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 7, 2001

  Mr. BOYD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the dedicated 
work of one of my constituents, Mr. Robert May of Old Town, Florida who 
has been awarded the Charles P. Ulmer award by the Sons of Confederate 
Veterans.
  The Ulmer award recognizes individuals who have worked to honor the 
memory of those who died serving their country. Robert May has done 
that and more. He currently serves as a leader within the organization 
and is actively involved in his community. I commend Robert May for his 
dedication and commitment to preserving the rich heritage of the South.
  The Charles P. Ulmer Award was named for a man who bravely fought in 
many famous battles during the Civil War, including the battles of 
Vicksburg, Chattanooga, Perryville, and Murfreesboro. As it's told, on 
November 25, 1863, during the battle of Missionary Ridge, Corporal 
Charles P. Ulmer put honor before fear when he picked up the flag from 
a fallen soldier and charged forward. He served his country proudly as 
he, too, fell answering the call of duty.
  The Sons of Confederate Veterans' ``Charles Ulmer Compatriot of the 
Year Award'' is awarded to that person who exemplifies the dedication 
and duty to country that Mr. Ulmer had shown so long ago, and Robert 
May is that person.
  Mr. Speaker, I join Robert May's family and friends in congratulating 
him on receiving the ``Charles Ulmer Compatriot of the Year Award.''

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