[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 70 (Tuesday, April 25, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E533]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING MASTER SERGEANT KEARY J. MILLER ON RECEIVING THE AIR FORCE 
                                 CROSS

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                            HON. MATT GAETZ

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 25, 2017

  Mr. GAETZ. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to pay tribute to Master 
Sergeant Keary J. Miller upon being awarded the Air Force Cross, the 
service's highest combat medal of valor.
  While supporting a joint special operations team during the Battle of 
Roberts Ridge on March 4, 2002, then-Tech. Sgt. Miller saved the lives 
of ten U.S. service members and assisted in the recovery of seven who 
were killed in action all while facing insurmountable odds and a 
barrage of heavy enemy fire.
  The courage shown by this dedicated pararescueman is a true testament 
of his character. Master Sergeant Miller embodies the selfless 
commitment to service, sacrifice, and exceptional skill of our Nation's 
service members.
  The entire Northwest Florida community is immensely proud of our 
area's tradition of military service and support for those who wear the 
uniform. It is a true honor to recognize Master Sergeant Miller upon 
this most notable distinction.

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