[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 197 (Thursday, December 13, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1669]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING DOUGLAS MASON FOR THE 2018 MONTANA CONGRESSIONAL VETERAN 
                              COMMENDATION

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                          HON. GREG GIANFORTE

                               of montana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 13, 2018

  Mr. GIANFORTE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Douglas Mason 
of Corvallis, a recipient of the Montana Congressional Veteran 
Commendation for his service to his country and leadership in his 
community.
  Mr. Mason joined the United States Army in 1981 and served with the 
Second Ranger Battalion, seeing action in Grenada in 1983. His military 
career included service as a Special Forces Green Beret Sergeant, and 
after being commissioned an officer through ROTC, he obtained the rank 
of Captain in the Infantry. He is a decorated veteran, and among his 
commendations are the Army Achievement Medal, the Army Commendation 
Medal, and the Valorous Unit Award, which recognizes extraordinary 
heroism in action against an armed enemy of the United States.
  After serving his country, Mr. Mason became Post Commander of 
Corvallis American Legion Post 91, using his leadership skills to 
promote patriotism and respect for veterans and the military. He helped 
establish the Corvallis Veterans Monument, expanded the Memorial Day 
parade, and established the Veterans Day Parade. He was a driving force 
behind the creation of U.S. and POW flag displays along Corvallis' Main 
Street and each year he teaches flag etiquette to students in the 
community.
  I ask my colleagues to join me today in commending Douglas Mason for 
his dedication and service.

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