[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 173 (Monday, November 7, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1111]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    AWARDING CORPORAL BOB KERR A CONGRESSIONAL VETERAN COMMENDATION

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, November 7, 2022

  Mr. FALLON. Madam Speaker, I am honored and privileged to award 
Corporal Bob Kerr with a Congressional Veteran Commendation. His 
service and sacrifice through the United States Marine Corps exemplify 
his national pride and embodiment as a role-model citizen to serve the 
country he loves. Corporal Kerr is truly an ideal candidate to receive 
the Congressional Veteran Commendation.
  Corporal Kerr served as a Squad Leader for the Marine Corps Recruit 
Depot in San Diego. He was a very skilled and qualified Rifle Expert 
and had obtained the highest score in the Depot. Due to his raw talent 
and impressive rifle skills, Corporal Kerr was promoted to Lance 
Corporal in less than a month. With his eventual promotion to Corporal, 
Corporal Kerr was a great resource for the Marine Corps Recruit Depot 
San Diego.
  Corporal Kerr also served overseas in Vietnam. His specific service 
in Dong Ha, Hue City, Chulai, Phu Bai, and Quangtri exemplifies his 
passion and dedication to supporting the Nation he loves. As Squad 
Leader, Corporal Kerr oversaw four squads per platoon and also served 
as an Ammunition Technician. Corporal Kerr's long list of medals, 
awards, and honors include one representing the ultimate sacrifice of 
service. While in Vietnam, Corporal Kerr earned a Purple Heart.
  Today, Corporal Kerr serves the Sulfur Springs Community and those 
around him. He serves as a Judge Advocate with the Hopkins County 
Marine Corps League and rides in motorcycle events that honor fellow 
veterans. As a combat veteran from the Vietnam era, he attends various 
patriotic assemblies in both Franklin and Hopkins Counties.
  I am beyond honored to have Corporal Kerr in Texas' 4th Congressional 
district and am privileged to award such a distinguished citizen for 
his sacrifices.

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