[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 112 (Friday, July 25, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1609]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING FALLEN HEROES OF OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM

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                             HON. MAX BURNS

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 24, 2003

  Mr. BURNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor those who have made the 
ultimate sacrifice for this nation. During Operation Iraqi Freedom, 
Georgia's Third Infantry Division proudly led the way to Baghdad. The 
road to Baghdad, however, presented substantial challenges and, 
unfortunately, some of these brave soldiers will not return.
  Today, I acknowledge this Congress' deep appreciation for lives that 
were dedicated to the safety and security of our citizens. The soldiers 
epitomized the best of our country through courage, selfless service, 
and honor. Their lives will be remembered by family and friends; their 
service will be appreciated by us all.
  I pay tribute to Mrs. Chanel Pedersen and her daughter of Savannah, 
Georgia, who lost her husband Sergeant Michael F. Pedersen in the Iraqi 
conflict.
  I pay tribute to Mrs. Meighan Adamouski of Savannah, Georgia, who 
lost her husband Captain James F. Adamouski in the Iraqi conflict.
  I pay tribute to Mrs. Maria Forey-Aitken of Savannah, Georgia, who 
lost her husband Captain Tristan N. Aitken in the Iraqi conflict.
  I pay tribute to Ms. Annette Hale of Savannah, Georgia, who lost her 
stepson Captain Edward J. Korn in the Iraqi conflict.
  I pay tribute to Mrs. Jenna Cosbey Kaylor of Savannah, Georgia, who 
lost her husband Second Lieutenant Jeffrey J. Kaylor in the Iraqi 
conflict.
  I pay tribute to the stepchildren and niece of Sergeant Keman 
Mitchell, who live in Hephzibah, Georgia, and lost their father and 
uncle in the Iraqi conflict.
  Mr. Speaker, many families and friends mourn the loss of these and 
other lives lost during Operation Iraqi Freedom. I express my 
condolences to their families and friends and thank them for their 
dedication to a grateful Nation.
  Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

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