[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 173 (Monday, November 7, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1116]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      AWARDING COMMANDER BRYAN CRITTENDON 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 
Commander Bryan Crittendon with a Congressional Veteran Commendation. 
His service and sacrifice through the United States Navy, United States 
Marine Corps, and State Guard exemplify his national pride and 
embodiment as a role-model citizen to serve the country he loves. 
Commander Crittendon is truly an ideal candidate to receive the 
Congressional Veteran Commendation.
  Commander Crittendon served as a transport helicopter pilot during 
his time in the Marine Corps where he assumed the titles of Captain and 
Pilot. His service spanned the globe protecting American Sovereignty 
and the Constitution. His skill set and passion were practiced in 
service across: Beirut, Southern Europe, Iraq, the Persian Gulf, and 
Afghanistan.
  Commander Crittendon ministered to many servicemen and their families 
as a Military Chaplain. His original mission was to fly, his service in 
ministry began after the 9/11 attack to preach to Marines in combat. 
Commander Crittendon's work as a chaplain extended across multiple 
positions including: USMC Battalion Chaplain, USMC Wing Chaplain, U.S. 
Coast Guard Chaplain, Naval Air Station Fort Worth Command Chaplain, 
and Naval Air Station Pensacola Command Chaplain.
  Commander Crittendon continues to commit his life to service even 
after his discharge. While supporting a local rural church, his desire 
to aid fellow veterans has led him to become a member of the Marine 
Corps League. Despite being 70 percent disabled, Commander Crittendon 
has become a certified Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Trainor.
  I am beyond honored to have Commander Crittendon in Texas' 4th 
Congressional district and am privileged to award such a distinguished 
citizen for his sacrifices.

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