[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 49 (Friday, April 12, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E449]
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                   HONORING THE LIFE OF TRISTAN WADE

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                           HON. ANDRE CARSON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, April 12, 2013

  Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a hero laid 
to rest in my district this weekend.
  Sergeant Tristan Wade joined the Army while still attending Southport 
High School and served bravely as a combat engineer in Iraq and 
Afghanistan.
  Without question, his work saved lives.
  Tragically, he lost his own on March 22 in Afghanistan at the hands 
of an improvised explosive device.
  His commanding officer paid him the ultimate soldier's tribute, 
saying ``he gave his life to free the oppressed.''
  A highly decorated non-commissioned officer, Tristan was known to 
friends and family for his putting the well-being of others over his 
own.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Sergeant 
Tristan Wade--a proud American, a Hoosier, and soldier--and letting his 
wife, children, parents, family, and friends know that while he will be 
missed, his sacrifice will never be forgotten.

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