[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 120 (Wednesday, September 29, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1728]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                IN MEMORY OF SGT. THOMAS CHAD ROSENBAUM

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                             HON. MIKE ROSS

                              of arkansas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 28, 2004

  Mr. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and 
courageous spirit of U.S. Army Sgt. Thomas Chad Rosenbaum of Hope, AR. 
Sgt. Rosenbaum, just 25 years old, was killed in the line of duty in 
Iraq on September 18, 2004. I am deeply saddened by this tragedy. I 
wish to recognize his life and achievements.
  Sgt. Rosenbaum attended my alma mater, Hope High School, where he 
participated in a number of extracurricular activities. He was a member 
of the Bobcat football team, the golf team, weight lifting team, Key 
Club, Future Business Leaders of America and took part in the FFA 
rodeo. After graduating from Hope High School in 1997, Sgt. Rosenbaum 
enlisted in the U.S. Army and was assigned to the 4th Battalion, 5th 
Air Defense Artillery, 1st Cavalry Division in Fort Hood, Texas.
  Sgt. Rosenbaum was stationed in Iraq since March where he worked as a 
chemical specialist and trained Iraqis in the use of firearms. His 
exemplary service and dedication to our country did not go unnoticed. 
His long list of distinguished medals includes: the Bronze Star Medal, 
a Purple Heart Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, the Army Achievement 
Medal, two Good Conduct Medals, the National Defense Service Medal, the 
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, the Global War on 
Terrorism Service Medal, two NCO Professional Medals, the Army Service 
Ribbon, the master parachutist Badge, the Air Assault Badge, the Weapon 
Qualification Badge, and the French Parachutist Wings.
  America will be forever grateful for Sgt. Rosenbaum's service to our 
great country. He gave his life to serve our country and will forever 
be remembered as a terrific father, courageous son, and a hero. My 
deepest condolences go out to his son, Ty; his parents, Jackie and 
Donna Rosenbaum; and his brother, Zane. I know Sgt. Rosenbaum was proud 
of his service to the U.S. Army and to our country. He will be missed 
by his family, fellow soldiers, and all those who knew and counted him 
as a friend. I will continue to keep Sgt. Rosenbaum and his family in 
my thoughts and prayers.

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