[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 89 (Thursday, June 20, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E926]
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         JACK ``YOGI'' BACHTELL, MILLERSBURG FIRE COMPANY NO. 1

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                           HON. LOU BARLETTA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 20, 2013

  Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Jack ``Yogi'' Bachtell of 
Millersburg Fire Company No. 1 in Millersburg, Pennsylvania.
   Mr. Bachtell has been a dedicated member of the Millersburg Fire 
Company since 1972. In addition to his role as a firefighter and 
driver, he held the positions of Assistant Chief and Head Trustee, a 
post in which he was responsible for all fire company property. 
Throughout his time with the organization, he has played a crucial role 
in protecting the community from the devastation of fire and other 
disastrous events.
   Mr. Bachtell's service and dedication to the safety of others 
extends beyond his time working for Millersburg Fire Company No. 1. He 
served in the Army from 1966 to 1972, deploying for two tours in 
Vietnam. His first tour was extended by twelve months and his second 
was extended by six months. Although he was prepared to return to 
Vietnam to serve our country for a third tour, Mr. Bachtell was 
discharged in 1972 due to the Army force reduction after the war. His 
unwavering devotion and bravery to defend our freedom is truly 
admirable.
   Mr. Speaker, for his service and commitment to protect both the 
people of Millersburg and the citizens of the United States, I commend 
Jack ``Yogi'' Bachtell.

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