[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 179 (Tuesday, November 13, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1510]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF WILLIAM KELLY JOYCE

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 13, 2018

  Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, on this, the 243rd birthday of the United 
States Marine Corps, it is my honor to recognize the life and service 
of William Kelly Joyce. As a decorated Veteran of the Korean War and a 
valued member of his community, William is an indispensable part of 
Michigan's First District.
  The Continental Marines were formed by decree of the Second 
Continental Congress on November 10, 1775. Since the Revolutionary War, 
Marines served with the American Expeditionary Force on the Western 
Front of WWI, island hopped in the Pacific, landed on the beaches of 
North Korea, fought to protect the Republic of Vietnam, and defended 
Americans from the threat of global terrorism.
  While serving as a Platoon Commander during the Korean War, Second 
Lieutenant Joyce earned the Silver Star for acts of gallantry and 
intrepidity. When his squad came under intense enemy artillery and 
mortar barrage while preparing to relieve a forward outpost, he quickly 
called down supporting arms, combined forces with the unit he was 
relieving, and established a perimeter of defense on the reverse slope. 
Despite an immense number of determined enemy troops assaulting the 
perimeter, Joyce's leadership allowed his unit to successfully drive 
back the attackers. Even while seriously wounded, he refused medical 
aid until all other wounded had been attended. His aggressive fighting 
spirit, courageous leadership, and unwavering devotion to duty inspired 
all who saw him and exemplified the spirit of the U.S. Marine Corps.
  We owe William and his brothers in arms an enormous debt of 
gratitude. The celebration of the Marine Corps Birthday and Veterans 
Day weekend gave those in Michigan's First District an opportunity to 
show their thanks for the sacrifices demanded of William and all of our 
servicemen and women. He has served our nation willingly, honorably, 
and without bias.
  Mr. Speaker, it's my honor today to acknowledge the extraordinary 
life of William Kelly Joyce. I ask that you join with me and the people 
of Michigan's First District in thanking him for his unwavering 
commitment to our nation and its people.

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