[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 153 (Monday, September 25, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1261]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING MAJOR GENERAL WALTER T. LORD ON HIS RETIREMENT AFTER MORE THAN 
          34 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

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                            HON. SCOTT PERRY

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 25, 2017

  Mr. PERRY. Mr. Speaker, today I offer my heartfelt congratulations to 
my constituent, Walter T. Lord, on his upcoming retirement after more 
than 34 years of service to the United States of America.
  Major General Lord currently serves as Military Executive for the 
Reserve Forces Policy Board, Office of the Secretary of Defense. The 
Reserve Forces Policy Board serves as an independent advisor to the 
Secretary of Defense, providing advice and recommendations on 
strategies and practices to improve and enhance the capabilities and 
effectiveness of the Reserve components.
  General Lord has commanded at the platoon, company, squadron, and 
coalition headquarters levels. He has held critical Army and Joint 
Staff positions at every level from unit to coalition in the United 
States, Germany, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Afghanistan.
  His numerous commendations and awards, including the Defense Superior 
Service Medal, the Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star Medal, the Defense 
Meritorious Service Medal and others, are a testament to his steadfast 
courage, personal integrity, tireless work ethic and impeccable 
character. His enduring legacy of service to our Nation truly is 
exceptional and sets the standard for all to follow.
  On behalf of Pennsylvania's Fourth Congressional District, I commend 
and congratulate my constituent, fellow brother-in-arms, and friend, 
Major General Walt Lord upon his retirement and for his exceptional 
service to the United States of America.

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