[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 200 (Wednesday, November 17, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1249]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  IN RECOGNITION OF VALDEMAR DEHERRERA

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                      HON. TERESA LEGER FERNANDEZ

                             of new mexico

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 17, 2021

  Ms. LEGER FERNANDEZ. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor veteran Valdemar 
DeHerrera from the beautiful Costilla, Nuevo Mexico.
  Mr. DeHerrera is one of the more than 1,800 New Mexicans that bravely 
fought in the Battle of Bataan during World War II.
  He endured a grueling three years and seven months as a prisoner of 
war under Japanese forces.
  He demonstrated unimaginable courage in the face of unimaginable 
abuse. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. DeHerrera last month and was 
in awe of his story. His love for his community showed in his service 
and continues to show to this day.
  For 102 years, Mr. DeHerrera has led an exemplary life. I'm proud to 
serve him in Congress and recognize his noble service.

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