[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 173 (Monday, November 7, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1113]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





 AWARDING SERGEANT JOHN HERRINGTON 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 
Sergeant John Herrington with a Congressional Veteran Commendation. His 
service and sacrifice through the United States Army exemplify his 
national pride and embodiment as a role-model citizen to serve the 
country he loves. Sergeant Herrington is truly an ideal candidate to 
receive the Congressional Veteran Commendation.
  Sergeant Herrington was called to serve as a volunteer. As a Tank 
Crewman in Vietnam, he was a much-needed asset for the United States. 
Sergeant Herrington served in the U.S. Army with great passion and 
dedication to serve and deliver a great sacrifice.
  Sergeant Herrington was even willing to lose both of his legs in 
battle to support his country in the Vietnam war. A perfect example of 
a patriot who deserves one of the most decorated medals, a recipient of 
a Purple Heart.
  Sergeant Herrington did not let his new challenge stop him from 
continuing to live a productive life. He has held several professions 
including truck driver and gunsmith. During his free time, he is 
involved in the community and VFW activities. He serves as a Commander 
of the local chapter of Patriot Guard in which he uses his love of 
motorcycles to honor veteran funerals.
  Upon delivering Sergeant Herrington with congratulating him for 
receiving this prestigious award, I was informed by my staff that 
though Sergeant Herrington may have lost both legs in battle, he still 
managed to persevere and walk across the stage to acknowledge the 
message. It is the great people of Lamar county that amaze me the most.
  The fact that Sergeant Herrington has never backed down from a 
challenge and continues to press on with no complaints as to why I feel 
so lucky to recognize his sacrifices.
  I am beyond honored to have Sergeant Herrington in Texas' 4th 
Congressional district and am privileged to award such a distinguished 
citizen for his true American grit.

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