[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 103 (Thursday, July 22, 2004)]
[Senate]
[Page S8675]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         COLONEL ROBERT MORGAN

 Mrs. DOLE. Mr. President, I would like to reflect for a moment 
and explain why we should take a moment to honor Colonel Robert Morgan, 
a man of distinguished valor. Not only was he part of our Greatest 
Generation, he was a true hero, aptly defined as one who inspires 
through manners and actions, who leads through personal example and 
accomplishments requiring bravery, skill, and determination. As 
commander of the famed ``Memphis Belle'' during World War II, and at a 
time when German anti-aircraft fire brought down 8 in 10 bombers, 
Colonel Morgan repeatedly risked everything for his country. In this 
extremely dangerous environment he piloted the first heavy bomber to 
complete 25 combat missions in the European Theater, an unprecedented 
achievement and the magic number to be sent home.
  Colonel Morgan's exceptional courage did not end in the European 
Theater. He continued his valiant service to his country in the Pacific 
Theater and again made history when his B-29 named ``Dauntless Dotty'' 
was chosen to lead the first B-29 raid on Tokyo. A native of Asheville, 
NC, Colonel Morgan represented the American Spirit--courage in the face 
of seemingly insurmountable odds.

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