[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 79 (Tuesday, June 8, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1077]
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                       HONORING CORPORAL DENNISON

                                 ______
                                 

                         HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 8, 2004

  Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Corporal LaVerne Dennison, a World War II veteran who fought bravely to 
protect our freedom and to keep the world safe for democracy.
  On June 5, 2004, 1 had the pleasure of recognizing Corporal Dennison 
for his heroism and bravery as a U.S. Soldier who fought with the Army-
Airforce in the Second World War from September 11, 1942 until January 
3, 1946.
  During his service in the Pacific theater, Corporal Dennison 
developed a reputation for deadly accuracy with the M9A1 bazooka. For 
this he earned the nickname ``Deadhead'' among his comrades. He fought 
bravely and honorably throughout his service and made a significant 
contribution to the Allied cause.
  I had the honor of presenting Corporal Dennison with medals he earned 
during his service to our Nation. They include the Army Good Conduct 
Medal, the American Campaign Medal, the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal 
with four Bronze Service Stars, the World War II Victory Medal, and the 
Philippine Liberation Medal.
  I am humbled by the courage and service of Corporal Dennison, a true 
American patriot. I am thankful for the gift of freedom that he fought 
to protect.