[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 83 (Thursday, June 4, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1315]
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                   HONORING THE 248TH MEDICAL COMPANY

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                           HON. PHIL GINGREY

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 4, 2009

  Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize the 248th 
Medical Company, which is scheduled for deployment to Balad, Iraq on 
Friday, June 5, 2009, after a month of training at Fort Lewis in 
Washington State. The 248th is stationed at the Marietta National Guard 
Armory in my hometown, Marietta, Georgia. As a physician, this group of 
citizen soldiers holds a special place in my heart as their primary 
mission while in Iraq will be to treat any medical problems or issues 
that their fellow troops may experience. The unit includes doctors, 
nurses and physician assistants who will trade their white lab coats 
for Army green fatigues to help care for those on the frontlines in the 
Global War on Terror.
  I ask that my colleagues join me in recognizing the courage and 
bravery of each member of the 248th and thanking them for their service 
to this country. Know that you and your families will be in our 
thoughts and prayers, and please do not hesitate to contact my office 
if there is any way that we can assist you over the next twelve months. 
God Bless you and your families and God bless America.

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