[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 27 (Thursday, March 4, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E306]
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                   PAYING TRIBUTE TO TERRY WINDNAGEL

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 4, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I am privileged to take this opportunity to 
pay tribute to Terry Windnagel for his extraordinary patriotism and 
valor during his service to this nation. Terry was a helicopter door 
gunner with the Navy Seawolves of Helicopter Attack Squadron Three, and 
as a result of his heroic efforts was recently inducted into the Navy 
Enlisted Combat Aircrew Roll of Honor. This special honor is a 
testament to Terry's patriotism, and I would like to take this 
opportunity to recognize him before this body of Congress and this 
nation today.
  The distinction of being inducted into the Navy Enlisted Combat 
Aircrew Roll of Honor is one of the highest honors that can be bestowed 
on an enlisted member of the military who served as an aircrewmen, flew 
in combat, and served with distinction. As a result of his many 
selfless and brave actions during the time spent in combat, Terry 
Windnagel now joins a select group of only six hundred and fifty fellow 
patriots that have been selected for this honor. While serving abroad, 
Terry flew in over five hundred combat missions, and earned many combat 
decorations, including the Purple Heart, single action Air Medal, 
combat action ribbons, and many personal and unit citations.
  Mr. Speaker, it is quite clear that Terry Windnagel is a man who 
possesses unparalleled dedication and commitment to serving his 
country. His life is the very embodiment of what makes this country 
great, and it is my distinct pleasure to honor Terry before this body 
of Congress and this nation today. Thanks for your service to this 
country.

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