[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 65 (Thursday, May 12, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E883]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING U.S. ARMY STAFF SERGEANT MATTHEW HERMANSON'S SERVICE IN 
                              AFGHANISTAN

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                          HON. REID J. RIBBLE

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 12, 2011

  Mr. RIBBLE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember and honor the life 
and sacrifice of Staff Sergeant Matthew D. Hermanson of Appleton, 
Wisconsin, who died on April 28, 2011, in Wardak Province, Afghanistan, 
in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Staff Sgt. Hermanson was 
assigned to A Company, 2nd Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment, 10th 
Mountain Division, Fort Polk, Louisiana.
  Mr. Speaker, Staff Sgt. Hermanson embodied the best qualities of a 
true American soldier. His service has made Northeast Wisconsin and his 
country proud. He was selfless, dedicated and brave. During his 
service, Matthew earned the respect of his peers and numerous medals 
and honors for valor including the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. He is 
remembered by his family and friends as a man of strong character, a 
dedicated husband and son who believed in family and community.
  It is my honor to commemorate him and I urge my colleagues to join me 
today in honoring the life of Staff Sergeant Matthew D. Hermanson for 
the sacrifice he has made for the United States.

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