[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 119 (Wednesday, September 11, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1281]
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HONORING THE MEMBERS OF THE 529TH MILITARY POLICE COMPANY USAEUR HONOR 
                                 GUARD

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                        HON. BLAINE LUETKEMEYER

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 11, 2013

  Mr. LUETKEMEYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
prodigious service of the members of the 529th Military Police Company 
Honor Guard, first activated in July of 1945, which served at and 
protected the United States Army in Europe (USAEUR) Headquarters and 
handled internal security for the USAEUR Commander-in-Chief's command 
building and residence.
   The 529th had the responsibility and privilege of honoring notable 
figures such as President John F. Kennedy, President Charles de Gaulle 
of France, General William C. Westmoreland, and Secretary of the Army 
Stanley Resor.
   Beyond its important work to protect U.S. interests and dignitaries 
in Europe, this talented and dedicated MP company spent many long hours 
practicing the drill team manual, including perfecting the ``click-tap-
click'' of the ``Deuce Nine.'' In addition, the unit was assigned three 
105mm Howitzers which formed their salute battery, and successfully 
fired 742 rounds without a misfire.
   Across the nation and the world, U.S. military police provide an 
important duty to protect and serve not only our nation but also their 
colleagues. The tireless and selfless dedication of the 529th Military 
Police Company Honor Guard and all military policy companies must not 
be overlooked.
   In closing, Mr. Speaker, I ask all my colleagues to join me in 
wishing all the members of the 529th Military Police Company Honor 
Guard our sincerest thanks and appreciation for their valiant service.

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