[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 117 (Friday, September 24, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1700]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      A TRIBUTE TO MAJOR GENERAL TONY L. CORWIN, U.S. MARINE CORPS

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                            HON. JERRY LEWIS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 23, 2004

  Mr. LEWIS of California. Mr. Speaker, it is with pleasure that I rise 
today to recognize Major General Tony L. Corwin, United States Marine 
Corps. Major General Corwin has served as the Legislative Assistant to 
the Commandant of the Marine Corps for the last five years.
  Many Members of Congress and their staffs have come to know General 
Corwin as an exceptional spokesman for the United States Marine Corps. 
His straightforward approach and extensive knowledge of programs and 
policy have been of great benefit to the U.S. Congress, and our 
national security.
  Through the effective communication efforts of General Corwin, the 
U.S. Congress has been kept fully informed of the crucial programs 
vital to the success of America's force-in-readiness: the United States 
Marine Corps. These important programs include, the Joint Strike 
Fighter (JSF), the V-22 program, the Expeditionary Fighting Vehicle 
(EFV), the KC-130J, the Maritime Prepositioned Force (Future), initial 
issue of gear for the individual Marine, LHD-17, LHA (R). General 
Corwin is thoroughly knowledgeable on all of these programs.
  General Corwin has provided Congress with vital information regarding 
the purchase of the Blount Island Maritime Prepositioning port 
facility, and why it is vital to the United State's national security. 
As a result of his efforts, the House has agreed to provide $115 
million to acquire this property. In his role as lead liaison with the 
Marine Corps, General Corwin has overseen the responses to more than 
25,000 congressional inquiries made to House and Senate Members. His 
responses have always been timely, accurate, and professional.
  The Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center at Twentynine Palms--the 
Corps' largest base--is in my district, and I receive numerous requests 
from Marines, and their family members on a myriad of issues. General 
Corwin and his superb staff have helped me provide top-notch service 
for these defenders of our Nation.
  General Corwin is known for his in-depth knowledge of the legislative 
issues and operational requirements of the Marine Corps. But he is also 
greatly respected as a dedicated leader and officer who possesses a 
deep and abiding passion for what it means to be a Marine. He has an 
unquestionable devotion to duty, impeccable integrity, absolute sound 
character and is a consummate professional. Through his assignment as 
the Legislative Assistant to the Commandant, General Corwin has served 
the Congress and our Nation extraordinarily well.
  As Chairman of the Defense Subcommittee of the House Appropriations 
Committee, I have had invaluable insights and great appreciation for 
the caliber of General Corwin's work. He sets a high standard for 
others to emulate. I wish General Corwin and his wife, Thanya, and 
their wonderful family continued success in their future endeavors. 
Many thanks, General Corwin. Our Nation benefits from your outstanding 
leadership.




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