[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 85 (Wednesday, June 11, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1222]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                RECOGNIZING SERGEANT ATANASIO HARO MARIN

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                          HON. HILDA L. SOLIS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 11, 2003

  Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and remember Sergeant 
Atanasio Haro Marin who lost his life in service to our nation during 
Operation Iraqi Freedom. Sergeant Haro Marin was a member of Battery C, 
3rd Battalion, 16th Field Artillery, 4th Infantry Division (Mechanized) 
of Fort Hood, Texas, and was from Baldwin Park, CA.
  Sergeant Haro Marin exemplified the very best of our great nation. He 
represents the spirit of the brave soldier, exhibiting courage, 
selfless service, and honor beyond measure. His heroic actions have 
contributed to the safety, freedom, and security of our nation, Iraq, 
and the world.
  I would like to extend my sincerest sympathy and condolences to the 
family and friends of Sergeant Haro Marin, and would ask that all 
Americans join me in remembering our soldiers and their loved ones 
during these challenging times.
  Though Sergeant Haro Marin has passed, his spirit remains in the 
freedom that each and every American enjoys. Through his valiancy, 
bravery, and fearless commitment to the Armed Services of our nation, 
many lives have been touched. Our nation is privileged to have service 
men and women like Sergeant Haro Marin willing to risk their lives for 
the greater good of our country. I urge my colleagues to join me in 
remembering the life of Sergeant Atanasio Haro Marin.




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