[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 90 (Monday, June 8, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E849]
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                        HONORING MR. JACK HEARN

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                          HON. JEB HENSARLING

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, June 8, 2015

  Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize Jack Hearn, 
a veteran of World War II, for his exceptional service to our country.
  Beginning his service just after graduating high school, Mr. Hearn 
enlisted in the Texas National Guard in 1940. Soon after, the Army 
incorporated all guardsmen for active duty. From November 1940 to 
November 1945, Mr. Hearn served in the U.S. Army, initially as an 
enlisted man in the field artillery division of the 36th battalion. He 
was promoted to Staff Sergeant shortly after and ultimately received a 
direct commission to Second Lieutenant. During the twenty-five months 
he spent in the European theater, Mr. Hearn fought in many battles and 
helped fight the Germans through France to the Rhine River. He was 
wounded in action in December of 1944 after running over a land mine. 
For his exceptional and brave service, Mr. Hearn was awarded the Purple 
Heart, FAME ribbon with four battle stars, the Invasion Arrowhead, 
American Defense Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal and Distinguished Unit 
Citation.
  Humbly, I echo the words of President Ronald Reagan, ``We will always 
remember. We will always be proud. We will always be prepared, so we 
will always be free.'' And humbly, I offer my sincere gratitude to Mr. 
Jack Hearn for his service and acts of bravery that allow us the 
freedoms we enjoy today.

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