[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 84 (Monday, June 13, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1069]
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                        JOHN F. MARTINEZ TRIBUTE

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                          HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 13, 2011

  Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, it is a great privilege to rise in 
commendation of John F. Martinez, who has served his country with great 
honor and dignity during WWII.
  Mr. Martinez was born in San Luis, Colorado, in 1917. He worked as a 
farmer and answered his country's call, enlisting in the US Army at 
Fort Logan in 1942. There he was assigned to the 358th Infantry 
Division as squad leader.
  The admirable career of Mr. Martinez included campaigns in Normandy, 
Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Because of his courageous service, 
Mr. Martinez has received ribbons for each campaign, was awarded a 
Bronze Star, and received a Purple Heart after being wounded in combat.
  Mr. Speaker, John F. Martinez embodies the values of hard work, 
courage and sacrifice that make this country great. His actions and 
service are worthy of admiration and praise.

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