[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 153 (Wednesday, October 10, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2111]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING PHILLIP GREENWELL

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                             HON. RON LEWIS

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 10, 2007

  Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
Phillip Greenwell, a remarkable man with a long history of service to 
his country and to Kentucky. Mr. Greenwell, a lifelong resident of 
Nelson County, has been an active member of American Legion Post 121 in 
Bardstown, KY, for nearly 60 years.
  Phillip Greenwell was drafted into the Army during World War II and 
served for 2 years as a combat engineer at Fort Leonard Wood, MO.
  Mr. Greenwell has made it a personal priority to serve his fellow 
veterans through his work with American Legion Post 121. His leadership 
positions include post commander, post vice commander, district 
commander, district vice commander, district service officer, and 
district chaplain. He has also served on the Kentucky American Legion 
State Finance Committee and State Internal Affairs Committee.
  Though Mr. Greenwell's health now requires him to stay at home, he 
still stays active in American Legion activities by phone and continues 
to assist with veterans casework. In addition to his American Legion 
service, he has served on the Kentucky Boy's State Committee and was a 
volunteer for the Red Cross for over 25 years.
  It is my privilege to honor Phillip Greenwell today, before the 
entire United States House of Representatives, for his service to our 
country and his tireless efforts on behalf of American Legion Post 121 
and his fellow veterans. Mr. Greenwell has made a significant 
difference to his ``Old Kentucky Home.''

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