[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 102 (Tuesday, July 10, 2012)]
[House]
[Page H4708]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


 HONORING HEROES OF NORTH CAROLINA NATIONAL GUARD'S 145TH AIRLIFT WING

  (Mr. MILLER of North Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute.)
  Mr. MILLER of North Carolina. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor 
the lives of four North Carolinians: Lieutenant Colonel Paul K. Mikeal 
of Mooresville, Major Joseph M. McCormack of Belmont, Major Ryan S. 
David of Boone, and Senior Master Sergeant Robert S. Cannon of 
Charlotte.
  The four airmen of the North Carolina National Guard's 145th Airlift 
Wing were supporting firefighting efforts throughout the Rocky 
Mountains when their aircraft crashed on July 1. Their sacrifice 
reminds us of the selflessness of those who put their lives at risk to 
protect our lives and property.
  Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire North Carolina National 
Guard community. We are grateful for their service and for their 
courage.

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