[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 69 (Friday, May 9, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E911]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING NATHAN A. LAUDICK ON HIS APPOINTMENT TO THE U.S. MILITARY 
                                ACADEMY

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                          HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 9, 2003

  Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
recognize my constituent, Nathan A. Laudick of Van Wert, Ohio, who 
recently accepted his appointment to the U.S. Military Academy at West 
Point.
  Nathan will soon graduate from Van Wert High School. During his high 
school career, he has maintained a high grade point average. He is an 
accomplished athlete, earning varsity letters in football, and track 
and field. And, he has clearly demonstrated his leadership ability, 
serving as a class officer and student body officer. He is a member of 
the National Honor Society.
  Nathan Laudick can be very proud of his many accomplishments. He is a 
credit to his family, his school, and his community. By accepting his 
appointment, Nathan is accepting a unique challenge.
  The Academy is the pinnacle of leadership development for the United 
States Army. As a member of the United States Corps of Cadets, he will 
face a most demanding academic curriculum and physical regimen. He will 
live, study and prepare in an environment where strong leadership 
thrives, individual achievement is expected, and personal integrity is 
demanded.
  Mr. Speaker, General John W. Vessey, Jr. once wrote, ``The Nation's 
ability to remain free and at peace depends in no small measure on 
whether we will continue to inspire our youth to serve.''
  I am confident that Nathan Laudick has the character and ability to 
excel at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. I ask my colleagues 
to join me in wishing him well as he begins his very important service 
to our nation.

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