[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 131 (Thursday, September 6, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1817]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   PAYING TRIBUTE TO NICHOLAS CAPTAIN

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                           HON. JON C. PORTER

                               of nevada

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 6, 2007

  Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Nicholas Captain, a 
veteran of World War II, for his exemplary service in defense of 
freedom and award him with the Jubilee of Liberty Medal.
  On June 6, 1944 the United States and its allies embarked on the 
largest air, land, and sea invasion ever undertaken. This massive 
effort included 5,000 ships, 10,000 airplanes, and over 150,000 
American, British, Canadian, Free French, and Polish Troops. During the 
50th anniversary of this historic event, the French Government awarded 
the Jubilee of Liberty Medal to American servicemen for their 
participation in the Battle of Normandy.
  Nicholas served in the United States Army, 148th Ordnance Motor 
Vehicle Armament Company in Normandy, Northern France and in Rhineland. 
For his heroism and valor, Nicholas received the European African-
Middle Eastern Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and Victory Medal.
  Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor Nicholas Captain for his heroic 
service in the United States Military. His dedication to this country 
in the theater of war is truly exemplary. I commend the sacrifices he 
has made to protect our freedoms and I am pleased to have the 
opportunity to recognize his service. I applaud Nicholas Captain for 
his successes and I wish him the best in his future endeavors.

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