[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 113 (Wednesday, September 13, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1713]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     THE LOSS OF SGT. MOISES JAZMIN

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                         HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN

                            of rhode island

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 13, 2006

  Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, it is with profound sorrow that I rise to 
recognize the loss of a brave soldier in Iraq, Sergeant Moises Jazmin, 
a Rhode Island resident who served his country with dignity and honor. 
I join his family and the people of Rhode Island in mourning this great 
loss.
  Sergeant Jazmin grew up in Providence, RI, and attended Central High 
School until he enlisted in the Army at the age of 17. He is remembered 
as a committed and loving member of his tight-knit family.
  Sergeant Jazmin was serving in Iraq in the 1st Battalion, 66th Armor 
Regiment, 1st Brigade of the 4th Infantry Division. On Sunday, August 
27, he was on patrol when an improvised explosive device detonated near 
their Bradley Fighting Vehicle. The blast killed him and three other 
soldiers in his unit.
  This loss causes us to reflect on the bravery demonstrated by our men 
and women in uniform as they carry out their obligations in the face of 
danger. When Sergeant Jazmin's nation called him to duty, he answered 
without hesitation. We will remember him as a patriot who made the 
ultimate sacrifice for his country.
  Sergeant Jazmin is survived by his parents, Leon and Rosa, and many 
other friends and family members. May we keep his loved ones in our 
thoughts and prayers as they endure this difficult period. We will also 
continue to hope for the safe and speedy return of all of our troops 
serving throughout the world.

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