[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 20 (Tuesday, January 30, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E114]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    RECOGNIZING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF FIRST LIEUTENANT CLAY CULLEN

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                           HON. LARRY BUCSHON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 30, 2018

  Mr. BUCSHON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and 
legacy of First Lieutenant Clay Cullen. On the weekend of January 20, 
2018, Lieutenant Cullen was killed in a training accident while serving 
in the 4th Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Infantry Division at the 
National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California. He was an American 
hero and our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
  Lieutenant Cullen was 25 years old and the son of Robert and Julie 
Cullen of Bicknell, which is located in Knox County, Indiana. He was an 
enigmatic young man that left a wave of positive impressions on the 
people he touched. He attended North Knox Junior/Senior High School 
where he excelled both in the classroom and on the field. He was named 
most valuable player of the soccer team while also being an active 
member of the National Honor Society and the student council.
  After graduating from high school, Lieutenant Cullen enrolled and 
attended Vincennes University before moving on to attend Indiana 
University where he served in the National Guard. Upon graduation from 
IU in 2015, he became a commissioned officer on active duty.
  During his years of service, Lieutenant Cullen received several 
awards including the Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service 
Medal, and the Army Service Ribbon.
  Mr. Speaker, Lieutenant Cullen served his country to his fullest 
ability and his service will never be forgotten. Please join me today 
in commemorating the life of First Lieutenant Clay Cullen for his 
service to our nation.

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