[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 115 (Wednesday, September 22, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1673]
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  A PROCLAMATION THANKING PRIVATE FIRST CLASS RYAN A. MARTIN FOR HIS 
                         SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY

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                           HON. ROBERT W. NEY

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 22, 2004

  Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, we hereby offer our heartfelt condolences to 
the family, friends, and community of Private First Class Ryan A. 
Martin upon the death of this outstanding soldier; and
  Whereas, Private First Class Ryan A. Martin was a member of the 216th 
Engineer Battalion of the Army National Guard serving his great nation 
in the country of Iraq. He was a leader in his unit and is to be 
commended for the honor and bravery that he displayed while serving our 
nation in this time of war; and
  Whereas, Private First Class Ryan A. Martin will be remembered for 
his unsurpassed sacrifice of self while protecting others. His example 
of strength and fortitude will be remembered by all those who knew him.
  Therefore, we join with the family, friends and the citizens of our 
great nation in thanking Private First Class Ryan A. Martin of the 
United States Army for his service to our country. Your service has 
made us proud.

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