[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 95 (Thursday, June 1, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E511-E512]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING KATHERINE MERRITT FOR HER ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES 
                            MILITARY ACADEMY

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                           HON. RICK W. ALLEN

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 1, 2023

  Mr. ALLEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent, 
Katherine Merritt, upon her acceptance to the United States Military 
Academy at West Point.
  As a future cadet, she will be joining the ranks of the world's most 
fearsome fighting force--the United States Army--guided by duty, honor, 
and country.
  The service and sacrifice of America's military personnel have 
safeguarded our Nation since its inception, defending our way of life 
from Lexington to Normandy.

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  And throughout our history, American soldiers have demonstrated 
tremendous courage and strength, beating back tyranny to the ends of 
the Earth.
  I was glad to sponsor Katherine's nomination and I am confident that 
her talents will distinguish her among her peers both during her time 
at West Point and thereafter.
  Congratulations to Katherine. I know that she will make this Nation 
proud.

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