[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 91 (Friday, July 1, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1427]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING COLONEL BRIAN C. KING

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                         HON. MARK STEVEN KIRK

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 30, 2005

  Mr. KIRK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to salute United States Air Force 
Colonel Brian C. King upon his retirement. Colonel King has had a 
lifetime of dedication to serving and protecting the United States, 
reflected in his many honors with the Air Force.
  Colonel King began his illustrious career in 1978, graduating from 
Central Washington University as a distinguished graduate of the Air 
Force ROTC. He began his service to America as an F-15 fighter pilot in 
New Mexico. He followed the call of duty all over the globe, including 
a tour in Iceland, one with NATO forces in Italy, and various postings 
around the country.
  He served as Assistant Deputy Commander at Laughlin AFB in Texas and 
has been intimately involved in the education of student pilots in each 
of his assignments. He currently serves as the Commander of the Air 
Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Detachment unit at Fort Sheridan, 
IL. Colonel King has been decorated with the Defense Meritorious 
Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and Humanitarian Service 
Medal, among others. In short, Colonel King's distinguished career is 
reflected in the 23 major awards and decorations he has received.
  Please join me in recognizing Colonel Brian C. King, who dedicated 
himself to protecting our country and educating America's future 
military leaders. I wish him and his family all the best in his 
retirement.

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