[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 82 (Tuesday, May 16, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E448]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING THE LIFE OF DONALD L. HALE

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                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 16, 2023

  Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to celebrate the life 
of Donald L. Hale, who joined the angels in July of 1997. As a true and 
devoted patriot, he made valuable contributions to the safety of our 
Nation and to the preservation of freedom around the world.
  As a member of ``Merrill's Marauders'' during WWII, Hale answered the 
call for the most dangerous missions and faced the most brutal 
conditions in the Japanese-occupied jungles of Myanmar (then known as 
Burma). Heroes like him represent both the best of our Army and of our 
Nation. They endured fierce combat, life-threatening illnesses, along 
with extreme exhaustion and heat, all in the toughest terrain one can 
face in battle. Their fearless efforts laid the foundation for the 
creation of the Army Ranger regiment.
  The contributions of Hale and his fellow Marauders did not go 
unnoticed. They were recently honored with Congressional Gold Medals, 
ensuring that the U.S. will never forget their sacrifices. While he is 
sadly no longer with us, Hale's family proudly received his honor on 
his behalf.
  As we mourn Donald Hale's passing, his presence was a blessing for 
all who knew him and his commitment to his Nation helped keep us free. 
The positive impacts he had on the lives of others will live on and 
remain forever in our hearts.

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