[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 105 (Thursday, June 15, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E571]
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   HONORING THE PATRIOTIC SERVICE AND SACRIFICES OF OUR FALLEN HEROES

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 15, 2023

  Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the men and women who 
made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the United States. From the 
icy waters of the Delaware River to the burning sands of the Middle 
East, our armed forces have continuously devoted themselves to the 
cause of freedom and liberty for all Americans and our allies.
  Today, we take a moment to honor those who have given the last full 
measure of devotion that we might continue to proclaim the United 
States as the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave. Our warriors 
have ensured with their very blood that all Americans might live in 
peace and security. They have fought in the unforgiving trenches of 
Western Europe, stormed the beaches of Normandy, endured the harsh 
winters of Korea, and trudged through the jungles of Vietnam. Time and 
again, our veterans have shown we will meet any foe on land, sea, or in 
the air and we will prevail.
  Our district is no stranger to heroes, with one of the finest 
examples of American bravery being First Lieutenant Audie Murphy. He 
remains the most decorated American Soldier in our nation's history, 
having received the Medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross, two 
Silver Star Medals, three Bronze Stars, three Purple Hearts, and many 
other citations. Lt. Murphy hailed from Kingston, Texas in Hunt County. 
While he is a shining example of American heroism, this same spirit 
lives on in all who have heeded the call to serve their nation from the 
Fourth District.
  I ask today that we all take a moment to recognize our veterans whose 
sacrifices have safeguarded the freedoms we cherish today. We will 
always remember their selfless acts of valor, and may God rest their 
souls.

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