[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 76 (Wednesday, May 21, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E999]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER LAURENCE C. ADAMS

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                         HON. CAROLYN McCARTHY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 20, 2003

  Mrs. McCARTHY of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise in recognition of 
Chief Warrant Officer Laurence C. Adams, a well-respected leader in the 
Army National Guard who recently announced his retirement. In his 42 
years of service, Laurence was a leading voice in the Army National 
Guard.
  He joined the New York Army National Guard in 1961. After serving 
nearly 30 years in the National Guard, he spent more than seven years 
in the U.S. Army Reserve Control Group. The next three years Laurence 
served as an infantryman in the Regular Army. His last year of service 
was spent in the Vermont Army National Guard. Throughout his 42 years, 
Laurence served a variety of roles ranging from acting surgeon to 
platoon sergeant to fire marshall. His assignments are too many to 
name.
  During his tenure, Laurence served in nine New York State Emergency 
Operations, which included the World Trade Center terrorist attack. 
Like his colleagues, he displayed the bravery we take for granted.
  Laurence's honors and awards are many. They include the Army Service 
Ribbon, New York State Conspicuous Service Medal, the State's 
equivalent of the Legion of Merit, and Armed Forces Reserve Medal 
(Second award). These awards display how valuable and dedicated 
Laurence was to his units and country.
  While serving his country, Laurence kept a busy private life. He 
helped Veterans get benefits and records and recruited many members for 
veterans' organizations. He also was a founding member of the Statue of 
Liberty Chapter of the United States Army Warrant Officers Association. 
Laurence was a member of many organizations including the American 
Legion, National Guard Association of the United States, and the New 
York State Military Heritage Institute.
  I congratulate Laurence on his 42 years of service to our country and 
applaud his continued devotion to help others. His dedication to our 
country is a model for all. Thank you on behalf of the people of the 
Fourth Congressional District and others who benefited from your hard 
work and dedication.

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