[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 113 (Monday, July 8, 2019)]
[Senate]
[Pages S4695-S4696]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                       TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM STRAUSS

 Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. President, today I wish to honor William J. 
``Bill''

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Strauss, a WWII veteran who served his country with bravery, honor, and 
distinction and who continues to inspire Arkansans as an active member 
of his community.
  Bill was born on October 27, 1919. This year, his friends, family, 
and community have planned a number of events to celebrate his 100th 
birthday and recognize his endless commitment to serving others.
  Bill has led a life of service. He was drafted into the U.S. Army in 
January 1942 and assigned to the 73rd Field Artillery of the 9th 
Armored Division--the ``Phantom Division''--which valiantly helped 
defeat the Germans at the Battle of the Bulge.
  For his selfless service, Bill earned numerous awards, including the 
European African Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon with three Bronze Battle 
Stars. In recent years, he was also awarded the French Legion of Honor.
  When he was honorably discharged in 1945, Bill returned home and 
married the late Betty Dean Saulsman. The couple raised four children.
  Bill moved to Salem, AR, in 1995 and has been a leader in the 
community. He is a lifetime member of the VFW and continues to be an 
active member of VFW Post 9777. He shares the memories of his WWII 
service and his stories of the Battle of the Bulge at schools and at 
various community events.
  Like his fellow servicemembers, Bill defined the Greatest Generation. 
Their sacrifice and dedication changed the course of history. After 
serving in unimaginable circumstances in Europe, Bill came home and set 
about creating a stronger nation, something he continues today. I want 
to thank him for his service and wish him a very happy 100th 
birthday.

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