[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 83 (Thursday, June 14, 2001)]
[Senate]
[Page S6307]
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                 THE 226th ANNIVERSARY OF THE U.S. ARMY

  Mr. DODD. I commend my dear friend from Nebraska for his remarks 
celebrating the 226th anniversary of the Army. I am glad I was present 
on the floor to hear the annual ``Hooah'' from a wonderful former 
sergeant who served with great distinction during the Vietnam conflict. 
He is a wonderful Member of this body and a great friend to the 
veterans of America.
  I served in the Army. I was a weekend warrior. I defended the shores 
of Connecticut from outside aggression over the years. But, I am deeply 
proud to have worn the uniform of the Army while rising to the rank of 
E4. I am even more proud of my friend for his wonderful service and for 
what he has done in public life after his service. I join him in 
wishing happy birthday to our friends in the U.S. Army.
  Mr. HAGEL. Madam President, if I may respond to my friend from 
Connecticut, it is common knowledge that E4s run the Army, so I salute 
him with a big ``Hooah.''

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