[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 108 (Wednesday, June 27, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E935]
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    HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ARMY WARRANT OFFICER CORPS

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                            HON. MARTHA ROBY

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 27, 2018

  Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 100th anniversary 
of the Army Warrant Officer Corps.
  The Army Warrant Officer Corps was established on July 9, 1918, to 
serve as the technical foundation for the U.S. Army. Today, Army 
Warrant Officers serve as technical experts, combat leaders, trainers, 
or advisers who fall into one of two categories: Aviators or 
Technicians. Army Warrant Officers serve on active duty, U.S. Army 
Reserve, and Army National Guard. I am proud that candidates are 
trained at the Warrant Officer Candidate School (WOCS) administered by 
the Warrant Officer Career College at Fort Rucker in the Wiregrass 
region of Alabama's Second Congressional District.
  I recently introduced House Resolution 947, legislation to designate 
July 9th as ``Warrant Officer Day.'' Since the Corps' establishment, 
Army Warrant Officers have continually demonstrated superb expertise 
and professionalism in carrying out the objectives of the U.S. Army. 
This resolution is a small token of appreciation for the service and 
sacrifices of the brave men and women who have and are currently 
serving as Army Warrant Officers.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to acknowledge the Army Warrant 
Officer's centennial anniversary and to celebrate this special occasion 
with those who serve.

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