[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 214 (Thursday, December 17, 2020)]
[House]
[Pages H7242-H7243]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING CHUCK YEAGER

  (Mrs. MILLER asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mrs. MILLER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy 
of Chuck Yeager.

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  Mr. Yeager was a war hero, an incredible pilot, and a great West 
Virginian.
  Born in Lincoln County in the small town of Myra, Chuck was a stellar 
athlete and a bright student who enlisted in the Air Force during World 
War II, answering the call to serve.
  As a pilot, he was known for his outstanding leadership and flying 
skills, and his incredible vision. I am also proud to say that he never 
lost his steadfast West Virginia spirit.
  Flying over 61 missions as an ace, he returned home from the war in 
1945. He then became a test pilot who researched high-speed flight.
  In 1947, Chuck was the first person to break the sound barrier, 
flying over the Mojave Desert, and went on to accomplish more in the 
field of flight while serving in the Air Force until 1971.
  He was one of America's greatest pilots.
  Chuck passed away this month at the age of 97. He lived a life of 
adventure, patriotism, service, and strength. He will always be 
remembered.

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