[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 169 (Monday, December 2, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1758]
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     IN RECOGNITION OF THE FIRST SERGEANT JAMES A. KEATING MEMORIAL

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                        HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, December 2, 2013

  Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the dedication of 
the First Sergeant James A. Keating Memorial Monument in Sharon, 
Massachusetts.
   I was never fortunate enough to meet my uncle, Sergeant James 
Keating, as he was killed in the line of duty while bravely fighting 
for our country in World War II. A Silver Star recipient, Sergeant 
Keating was a man I greatly admired growing up, and his memory lived on 
in our family as a true example of what it means to serve one's 
country.
   As a Member of Congress, I believe one of my most important 
responsibilities is to honor the men and women who have given so much 
to ensure our freedom. I am thankful for the countless individuals who 
have served the United States, and for the people who work every day in 
order to honor our veterans and active-duty servicemen.
   Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing the dedication of the 
First Sergeant James A. Keating Memorial Monument in Sharon, 
Massachusetts. I ask that my colleagues join me in this recognition, 
and in honoring all of the men and women who have given so much in 
service to the United States of America.

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