[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 179 (Tuesday, October 12, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1085]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    CONGRESSIONAL VETERAN COMMENDATION FOR CAPTAIN RICHARD J. ARCHER

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                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 12, 2021

  Mr. CARTER of Texas. Madam Speaker, I am honored to present Captain 
Richard J. Archer, U.S. Army with a Congressional Veteran Commendation. 
His service and devotion to the Army, his nation, and his community 
speak to why CPT Archer is an ideal recipient of the Congressional 
Veteran Commendation.
  Fulfilling the call to serve, CPT Archer first began his service in 
1966 after graduating and commissioning from Central Michigan 
University's ROTC program. He continued to command ``C'' Company during 
his assignment at the 2nd Armored Division at Fort Hood and later 
served with the 13th Corps Support Command before being honorably 
discharged from the Army.
  CPT Archer closed out nine years of military service in 1975, and 
since then he has distinguished himself as a valuable community member 
in Temple, TX. While many would choose to take time for themselves, CPT 
Archer continues to employ his talents to his community. His public 
service and devotion to others include, but are not limited to, his 
involvement with the Marine Corps Junior ROTC program at Belton High 
School, his membership with the 13th COSCOM Association, his 
representation on the Veteran's Land Board for 21 counties, and the aid 
he provided by establishing various associations and groups like 
Emeritus Medicus. His allegiance to investing his talents and abilities 
to help better his community and nation represents the best of Texas 
values.
  I proudly join CPT Richard J. Archers' friends, family, and 
colleagues in saluting his selfless service to the Army and Central 
Texas. His life and career reflect hard work and dedication to what is 
best for his fellow man.

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