[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 152 (Wednesday, September 21, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E961-E962]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING THE COURAGEOUS LIFE AND SERVICE OF ROBERT C. SHAW

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 21, 2022

  Ms. STEFANIK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Robert C. Shaw, 
for his courageous service in the United States Navy.
  Robert Shaw was born in 1924 in Saratoga County, New York. At the age 
of 19, Bob joined the United States Navy as a torpedo man's mate on the 
USS Tigrone. Bob and the USS Tigrone began their war patrol at Pearl 
Harbor and then set off for Guam for engine repairs. The fleet then 
made their way to the South China Sea to help identify and intercept 
Japanese shipping boats. Beginning in April 1945, Bob and his fleet 
performed lifeguard duties off the coast of Hainan until Japan 
surrendered in August of 1945.
  Bob was discharged from the Navy on December 21, 1945 at the rank of 
Seaman First Class. For his brave and selfless service, he was awarded 
the Victory Medal, the American Campaign Medal, and the Asiatic Pacific 
Campaign Medal.
  Following his time in the Navy, Bob continued to lead a life full of 
service to country and community. After being discharged, Bob bought 
and lived on two farms, where he organized a 4-H Club for local youth 
to mentor and educate them on proper farm practices. Bob was also an 
active member of Optimist International, a worldwide volunteer 
organization, and the Freemasons.
  In addition to his volunteer work, Bob contributed to the local 
community in a variety of ways. Bob owned and operated several local 
businesses including the Stage Coach Inn, the Crossroads, the General 
Store in Wilton, and Shaw Fuel, which is still in operation today.
  Throughout his life, Bob showed exceptional dedication to serving his 
country and his local community. I am proud to honor Bob with the 
Saratoga County Veterans Association as part of the monthly Honor our 
Deceased Veterans Ceremony. On behalf of the 21st District of New York, 
I would like to thank Bob Shaw and his family for their service to the 
country and community.

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