[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 53 (Friday, May 5, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E735-E736]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING COLONEL YVONNE J. PRETTYMAN-BECK, COMMANDER OF THE NORFOLK 
ENGINEER DISTRICT, NORFOLK CORPS OF ENGINEERS, VIRGINIA FOR HER SERVICE 
                             AND DEDICATION

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                          HON. J. RANDY FORBES

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 4, 2006

  Mr. FORBES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Colonel 
Yvonne J. Prettyman-Beck, Commander and Norfolk District Engineer, for 
her loyal service to the United States Corps of Engineers and to the 
people of Virginia's Fourth District.
  Over the past 3 years, I have had the fortunate opportunity to work 
with Colonel Prettyman-Beck on numerous occasions. I commend her 
leadership in advancing the growth and preservation of numerous 
projects of great value in our district and the Commonwealth of 
Virginia. Her hard work and integrity will be greatly missed upon her 
reassignment from the Norfolk District post she has held since August 
2003.
  With over 24 years of service in the U.S. Army, Colonel Prettyman-
Beck's devotion to duty has reflected the highest standards of the 
military profession. Following graduation from the New Mexico Military 
Institute, she went on to obtain a Master of Science degree in 
Management Science and a Master of Science degree in National Security 
and Strategic Studies. She has served on numerous assignments 
throughout the U.S. and overseas. Her military education is extensive 
and includes

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the Engineer Basic and Advanced Courses, the Combined Arms and Services 
Staff School, the Command and General Staff College and the National 
War College.
  Colonel Prettyman-Beck's decorations include the Defense Meritorious 
Service Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal, the Joint Service 
Commendation Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, the Joint Service 
Achievement Medal, the Army Achievement Medal, the National Defense 
Service Medal with star, the Military Outstanding Service Volunteer 
Medal, the Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Parachutist Badge, and the Army 
and Joint Staff Identification Badges.
  Colonel Prettyman-Beck has shown tremendous commitment and devotion 
to her country. Today we recognize her for her unwavering patriotism 
and dedication to her profession and the American people.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring Colonel Yvonne J. Prettyman-
Beck.

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