[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 158 (Tuesday, November 4, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2225]
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             TRIBUTE TO COMMAND MASTER CHIEF ROBERT CONKLIN

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 4, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a great deal of pride that I 
rise before this body of Congress and this nation today to pay tribute 
to an American hero. Command Master Chief Robert Conklin stands as a 
fine example of our fighting men and women of the Armed Services who 
have dedicated their lives to protecting their nation and their fellow 
citizens. Master Chief Conklin has given thirty-four years of service 
to his country, and I am honored to pay tribute to his accomplishments 
here today.
  Robert Conklin enlisted in the Navy in 1969, and has accomplished a 
long and distinguished career. He has served as Command Master Chief, 
the highest rank for an enlisted man, on the USS Conolly, the USS 
Dwight D. Eisenhower, and the USS Bataan, and currently serves aboard 
the USS Ronald Reagan. Through his service, Master Chief Conklin has 
earned numerous awards, including the Meritorious Service Medal, the 
Navy Good Conduct Medal, and the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement 
Medal.
  Mr. Speaker, Command Master Chief Robert Conklin is the kind of 
dedicated and devoted serviceman who young recruits look to for 
guidance and encouragement. He has enjoyed a stellar career, and has 
earned the admiration of his fellow shipmates, as well as the respect 
of the citizens of the country he has committed his life to serving. I 
am deeply honored to join with my colleagues in recognizing the 
tireless work and dedicated service of Master Chief Robert Conklin here 
today.

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