[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 154 (Wednesday, October 21, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1499]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING COMMAND SERGEANT MAJOR ROOSEVELT HUGGINS, U.S. ARMY, RETIRED

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                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 21, 2015

  Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Command 
Sergeant Major Roosevelt Huggins, U.S. Army, Retired. It brings me 
great pride to highlight the life of this great American.
  CSM Huggins' service to his beloved nation began July 19, 1961, where 
he entered the Army at Ft. Hood, Texas. Upon his promotion to Sergeant 
in Okinawa, Japan, CSM Huggins was shipped out to Vietnam in 1965, 
where he would serve two tours. On November 6, 1966 while participating 
in Operation ``Eagle Shot Cow'' his battery was overrun by a Vietnamese 
Battalion. For his valiant efforts in Vietnam, CSM Huggins was awarded 
the Bronze Star and Army Commendation Award with Valor.
  After Vietnam CSM Huggins was called to lead and teach in a variety 
of roles. From 1975-1981 CSM Huggins was assigned to Ft. Carlson, 
Colorado where he attended a boxing camp. There, he learned the skills 
that would bring Army Boxing back to Ft. Hood Texas.
  CSM Huggins retired August 1, 1991 after more than 30 years of 
service in the U.S. Army that spanned five countries, war-time 
conflicts, and multiple states that called him to learn, lead, and 
teach his fellow soldiers the discipline and skills necessary to defend 
a nation. CSM Huggins continued his proud tradition of service to his 
fellow man after his retirement. In 1997 CSM Huggins organized the 
first Back to School--Stay in School program designed to promote both 
youth and adult education. CSM Huggins has served as a role model for 
youth and adults alike.
  I am proud to have such a man residing right here in Texas so 
dedicated to the uplifting and betterment of the community in which he 
lives, works, and serves. May we all remember and honor this fine 
example of humility and service. I join CSM Huggins' wife Charmaine, 
their two sons, three granddaughters, family, and friends in wishing 
him nothing but the best in the years ahead.

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