[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 79 (Friday, June 3, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1039]
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                        AUGUSTINE ABEYTA TRIBUTE

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                          HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, June 3, 2011

  Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Augustine Abeyta 
for his service and heroism defending the United States of America. The 
Colorado native is a decorated veteran who helped defend our country 
and our values during one of its most trying periods.
  Mr. Abeyta enlisted shortly after the outbreak of World War II, in 
1944. As an infantryman, he fought in two campaigns in Germany and 
Ardennes. His bravery in both arenas was quickly recognized and earned 
him two Bronze Campaign Ribbons. Almost a year after his enlistment, he 
was wounded in Germany by an enemy combatant on Christmas Day, 1944. He 
was given the Purple Heart for the injuries he suffered protecting his 
country.
  Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to stand and pay tribute to a man who 
served the United States with such valor. His sacrifices are an 
inspiration and I am truly grateful for his service.

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