[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 150 (Wednesday, November 17, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1943]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING GERALD JENKINS

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                           HON. STEVE AUSTRIA

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 17, 2010

  Mr. AUSTRIA. Madam Speaker, I rise today on behalf of the people of 
Ohio's Seventh Congressional district to honor the life and memory of 
Specialist Gerald Jenkins.
  Gerald Jenkins, of Circleville, Ohio, joined the U.S. Army at age 17. 
He served as a combat engineer assigned to the 1st Brigade Special 
Troop Battalion, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division in 
Fort Campbell, Ky. Most recently, Gerald served with his division on 
deployment in Afghanistan.
  On October 20th, 2010, Gerald Jenkins died in the line of duty while 
his unit was on foot patrol in Maquan, Zhari district.
  Gerald Jenkins, 19, was a young man dedicated to his friends, family 
and country. His family remembers him as always putting others first 
and for the pride he took in serving this nation. He excelled in his 
job and aspired to make a career in service in the Armed Forces.
  During his service, Gerald was the recipient of many awards including 
the Army Achievement Medal; Army Commendation Medal; National Defense 
Service Medal; Global War on Terrorism Service Medal; Army Service 
Ribbon and Combat Action Badge.
  Gerald Jenkins will be remembered for his selflessness, his bravery 
and for his life of service to this country.

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