[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 34 (Tuesday, February 23, 2021)]
[Senate]
[Page S815]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 TRIBUTE TO MAJOR GENERAL BRIAN WINSKI

  Mr. PAUL. Mr. President, I rise today to honor one of America's 
finest, MG Brian Winski, who served a 24-month tour as the commanding 
general of the 101st Airborne Division and Fort Campbell, KY. Major 
General Winski's unparalleled mastery across the tactical, operational, 
and strategic spectrums in combination with his infectious and 
inspirational leadership provided a continuous source of motivation for 
soldiers and leaders alike.
  In a time of uncertainty, Major General Winski exhibited the most 
valued traits of a leader. As the senior commander of Fort Campbell, 
KY, Major General Winski oversaw support services for 33,000 soldiers, 
50,000 family members, 10,000 civilian employees, and 150,000 retirees. 
Prior to the global Covid-19 pandemic, Major General Winski shaped the 
way in which the 101st Airborne Division plans and executes emergency 
deployment readiness exercises leading the 531st Hospital Center EDRE 
and later watched their successful domestic deployment to New York to 
provide help in crisis.
  Major General Winski's impressive contributions enabled mission 
success in some of the toughest and most challenging conditions. The 
distinctive accomplishments of Major General Winski reflect great 
credit upon himself, the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), the 
XVIII Airborne Corps, the U.S. Army, and the Department of Defense. I 
join my fellow Kentuckians in honoring Major General Brian Winski with 
the Award of Distinguished Service Medal as he served his country with 
class and courage.

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