[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 51 (Tuesday, April 16, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E474]
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             TRIBUTE TO ARMY SPECIALIST GEORGE ALAN INGALLS

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                            HON. KEN CALVERT

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 16, 2013

  Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and pay tribute to an 
individual whose dedication and contributions to our country are 
exceptional. Today, the City of Norco will recognize and honor Army 
Specialist George Alan Ingalls for his ultimate sacrifice and proclaim 
today George Alan Ingalls Day.
  George was a Norco resident who died in Vietnam on April 16, 1967. On 
that day, he threw himself onto a grenade to save the lives of the 
members of his squad. For his gallantry and self-devotion to his unit, 
George posthumously received the Congressional Medal of Honor.
  In his youth, George was active in local sports, and attended Norco 
Junior High and later Corona High School. He also served as President 
of the youth group at the Community Church of Norco.
  As we look at the incredibly rich military history of our country we 
realize that this history is comprised of men, just like George, who 
bravely fought for the ideals of freedom and democracy. Each story is 
unique and humbling for those of us who, far from the dangers they have 
faced, live our lives in relative comfort and ease. The goodness George 
brought to this world and the sacrifice he has made will always be 
remembered.

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