[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 110 (Tuesday, June 27, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E907]
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                              WAYNE SMITH

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                          HON. FRANCIS ROONEY

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 27, 2017

  Mr. FRANCIS ROONEY of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in 
recognition of Captain Wayne Smith of Naples in honor of his sacrifices 
to this country during his service in Vietnam.
   As pilot, Wayne flew 90 missions over North Vietnam until he was 
shot down and taken prisoner in 1968. Wayne spent five years and two 
months as a POW, where he suffered continuous torture, isolation, and 
separation from his family.
   In recognition of his service, Wayne was awarded the Legion of 
Merit, two Silver Stars, two Distinguished Flying Crosses, two Bronze 
Stars, seven Air Medals and the Purple Heart.
   Since his time in the military, Wayne continued his career as a 
pilot in the private sector and he has remained an active member in our 
community. I would like to thank Wayne for his unwavering service to 
our country.

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