[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 139 (Tuesday, August 21, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1167]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





               IN MEMORY OF SPECIALIST CHRISTOPHER HARRIS

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 21, 2018

  Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of 
Specialist Christopher Harris, who was killed in action on August 2, 
2017 while defending our nation as part of the 82nd Airborne Division. 
SPC Harris was a true American hero and our thoughts and prayers go out 
to his friends and family as they mourn the loss of this great man.
  Enlisting in the United States Army in October of 2013, SPC Harris' 
list of accomplishments speaks to his bravery and commitment to 
service. As an infantryman, he was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 504th 
Parachute Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne 
Division. He received numerous medals, including the Bronze Star for 
Valor and the Purple Heart.
  Men and women like SPC Harris represent the best our nation has to 
offer. As a Paratrooper, he was always prepared to fearlessly jump into 
enemy territory to defend his country. That level of valor allows us to 
enjoy the blessings of liberty that have persevered for well over 200 
years. When his country needed him most, he stood ready to answer the 
call to serve our great nation.
  Leaving behind a wife and a newborn daughter who he never met, our 
country can never repay the debt we owe to SPC Harris. He was a model 
citizen and soldier whose legacy will live on forever. He will always 
be remembered and I will do everything in my power to honor his 
sacrifice.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me today in commemorating the life of 
Specialist Christopher Harris for his service to God and country

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