[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 112 (Friday, July 13, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1516]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO MR. FERNANDO REY

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                         HON. CIRO D. RODRIGUEZ

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 12, 2007

  Mr. RODRIQUEZ. Madam Speaker, I am honored to rise here today to pay 
tribute to a man who exemplifies leadership, Mr. Fernando Rey of San 
Antonio, Texas.
  Mr. Rey was born in 1940 in Southern California and comes from a 
family of veterans with his father and seven uncles having served in 
World War II. While he was unable to serve in the armed forces, he 
remained dedicated to commemorating the sacrifices of others by 
becoming a lifelong historian of World Wars I and II.
  For nearly two decades, Mr. Rey has worked to bring recognition to 
our nation's Medal of Honor recipients for their valor and bravery.
  The Heroes & Heritage organization was founded in 1995 in order to 
recognize the achievements of our military heroes and to encourage 
higher standards of education for our youth. Thanks to Mr. Rey's 
leadership as Executive Director, the Heroes & Heritage organization 
gained a reputation for having a direct and positive impact on the 
future of our armed forces and the community of San Antonio.
  Mr. Rey's displayed outstanding and natural leadership in the 
planning and coordination of the Department of Defense's participation 
in the first student career fair and symposium presented by Heroes & 
Heritage. By exposing hundreds of college and high school students to 
career and employment opportunities in military science and 
technologies, Mr. Rey immeasurably expanded their horizons and opened 
the doors to endless possibilities.
  As a motivational speaker, Mr. Rey helps many high school and 
university students understand the importance of patriotism and service 
to our country by sharing and thus preserving the legacy of our 
distinguished veterans.
  Recently, Mr. Rey was presented with a Certificate of Special 
Achievement from the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for 
Personnel and Readiness for his accomplishments and contributions.
  I congratulate Mr. Fernando Rey, Chief Operating Officer and 
Executive Director for Educational Programs with Heroes & Heritage, for 
this well-deserved recognition.

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