[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 106 (Thursday, July 17, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1497-E1498]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                TRIBUTE TO MAJOR JAMES ``CHOCKS'' EWALD

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                            HON. MIKE ROGERS

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 16, 2003

  Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to 
Major James ``Chocks'' Ewald of the Michigan National Guard for his 
courageous acts of bravery during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
  Major James Ewald has been serving his country since 1989 when he 
entered the Air Force. In July of 1998, Major Ewald joined the Michigan 
Air National Guard and has continued to fly contingency operations all 
over the world, including Bosnia, Korea, and Iraq. As a recent graduate 
of the United States Air Force Fighter Weapons School, Major Ewald has 
significant knowledge and experience in flying.
  On April 8, 2003, Major Ewald flew over Baghdad on an intelligence 
mission for Operation Iraqi Freedom. During the mission, Major Ewald's 
aircraft was struck by a surface-to-air missile. Miracously, Major 
Ewald was able to gather important intelligence, continue flying his 
damaged aircraft while notifying U.S. forces about his position, and 
prepare for a safe ejection and rescue. The bravery and determination 
of Major James ``Chocks'' Ewald are to be applauded and commended.
  Major Ewald has demonstrated true patriotism and loyalty to America. 
His service to his country will never be forgotten, and we can all be 
grateful for the sacrifices Major Ewald has made to protect our 
precious freedoms.
  Mr. Speaker, I wish to extend the gratitude of myself and the entire 
nation to Major James ``Chocks'' Ewald for his service to this nation.

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I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the heroic acts Major 
Ewald has performed while serving his country in Operation Iraqi 
Freedom.

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