[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 156 (Thursday, September 20, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1276]
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                IN REMEMBRANCE OF MR. DAVID MICHAEL KING

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                         HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 20, 2018

  Mr. WITTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Mr. David 
Michael King of Spotsylvania who passed away July 27, 2018. We should 
always recognize those who acted in the defense of our great Nation, 
Mr. King was a proud Vietnam veteran who loved God, his family, and his 
country above all else is no exception. Serving during the tumultuous 
years of the conflict in Vietnam, Mr. King represented the values that 
serve as hallmarks of the Vietnam generation: selfless service and 
sheer love of country.
  Only 19 years old when joining the armed forces, Mr. King spent the 
years 1969 to 70 patrolling the jungles of South Vietnam with the 
Army's 20th Engineer Brigade. Coming in contact with Agent Orange 
throughout his time in Vietnam did not slow Mr. King down even after 
completing his Army service. Returning home, he continued to serve his 
community as a land surveyor for 39 years.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me today in honoring the life of David 
Michael King, one that represents what makes our Nation stand out from 
the rest of the world, namely, dedication to community, love of 
country, and putting oneself last when it comes to the needs of others.

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