[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 168 (Wednesday, November 19, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2330]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO ANTHONY SOMOGYI

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 18, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I pay tribute 
to Captain Anthony Somogyi from Palisade, Colorado. Anthony is a pilot 
in the United States Army who recently returned home from serving our 
country in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Our nation is proud of Anthony's 
extraordinary valor, and it is my honor today to pay tribute to his 
dedication and commitment before this body of Congress.
   Anthony grew up in Palisade and attended Palisade High School. After 
graduating, he moved to the University of North Dakota where he earned 
his bachelors degree and graduated cum laude. Upon leaving college, 
Anthony decided to employ his considerable education and talents for 
the betterment of our nation. His patriotism and conviction is a 
shining example to all young Americans.
   Anthony was assigned to the Army's 4th Infantry Division for a six-
month deployment in Iraq. While there, he was an Air Mission Commander 
whose team flew over 80 combat missions. Anthony's unit participated in 
Task Force Iron Horse, the operation responsible for seizing numerous 
airfields and countless weapons throughout Iraq. In addition, he played 
a role in securing the border between Iran and Iraq.
   Mr. Speaker, I am proud to pay tribute to Captain Anthony Somogyi's 
courageous service. His selfless desire to protect the freedom of all 
Americans is a reflection of his unwavering love for our country. I am 
extremely proud of Anthony and his fellow servicemen and women, Thank 
you and welcome home.

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