[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 75 (Wednesday, June 2, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E983]
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                             FALLEN HEROES

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                               speech of

                           HON. PHIL ENGLISH

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 20, 2004

  Mr. ENGLISH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor Mr. 
Billie L. Miller for his dedication to his country and exemplary 
service during World War II. I commend Mr. Miller for his commitment to 
liberty and justice and for his dutiful service in carrying freedom to 
the world.
  World War II is filled with stories of heroism, selflessness, 
patriotism and a relentless desire to secure a peaceful and prosperous 
future for the United States of America and the international 
community. Brave men left their ordinary lives in order to serve a 
cause greater than themselves. Mr. Miller was among those great men to 
take up the call of service and sacrifice.
  A man of courage, Mr. Miller served in the 92nd Bombardment Group as 
a stealth gunner on a B-17 bomber and participated in numerous flying 
military missions. As a prisoner of war, captured by the enemy, he was 
forced to trudge alongside his American comrades during an 86 day, 488 
mile march from Gross Tychon, Poland to Halle, Germany. A true guardian 
of freedom, Mr. Miller kept his morale high and persevered, earning 
several honorary medals and helping America achieve greatness.
  I am often reminded that our country has been blessed with great 
people and leaders; Americans who rose to the challenge when their 
country was in need. I take great pride in representing a district with 
so many heroes.
  In June of this year, the Slippery Rock Area High School of 
Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District will honor Mr. Miller for his 
service and bravery during World War II.
  Mr. Speaker, I hope my colleagues will join me in honoring Mr. Miller 
for his dedicated service to our country. The spirit of his sacrifice 
lives on in the strength of the United States of America.

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