[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 75 (Tuesday, May 20, 2003)]
[House]
[Page H4325]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING CAPTAIN TIMOTHY DANIEL AIKEN

  (Mr. HAYES asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. HAYES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Captain Timothy Daniel 
Aiken of Charlotte, North Carolina. Captain Aiken is one of North 
Carolina's and America's finest soldiers. His service and dedication to 
his country and the Army National Guard have garnered him the 
prestigious General Douglas McArthur Leadership award. This award is 
designed to recognize company grade officers who best demonstrate the 
values of General Douglas McArthur, ``duty, honor, and country.''
  The McArthur Leadership award is given out annually to 24 armed 
service personnel. Only six of the 24 go to members of the Army 
National Guard. Captain Aiken was chosen to receive this distinguished 
honor because of his ability to motivate others, understand fellow 
soldiers, inspire teamwork, commitment, and espirit de corps.
  The criteria determined by the Army to receive this award is rigorous 
and demanding. Along with the defined selection criteria guidelines, an 
officer must have intangible aspects of leadership, including people 
skills, leadership abilities and interpersonal skills. Captain Aiken 
has committed his life to pursuing these goals for the protection and 
well-being of the citizens of the United States of America.
  Captain Aiken started his career July 31, 1984. He received his 
commission as a 2nd lieutenant in August and quickly rose to the rank 
of captain with the 30th Engineer Brigade of Charlotte, North Carolina. 
He is married to Allison Aiken and is the proud father of two 
daughters, Lauren and Sarah, and a son, Timothy. During his 18 years of 
service, Captain Aiken has received 17 U.S. decorations and six State 
awards. He is currently charged with the overall management of the 30th 
Engineer Brigade's personnel issues, encompassing six subordinate 
battalions. His time in service has been exemplary, and he has served 
as an inspirational role model to many.
  I am honored to bring this fine young soldier to the attention of my 
colleagues today. Congratulations to Captain Timothy Aiken receiving 
the Douglas McArthur Leadership award; and I thank him for the 
dedicated, selfless service to our country.

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