[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 134 (Tuesday, August 8, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E759-E760]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF FRANK R. CAPUANO

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                           HON. PATRICK RYAN

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 8, 2023

  Mr. RYAN Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of Frank R. 
Capuano of Maybrook, N.Y., a beloved father, grandfather, great-
grandfather, brother, and uncle; devoted companion; decorated World War 
II Army veteran; and cherished friend, who passed away on January 26, 
2020.
  Frank Capuano was born on October 16, 1921, in Brooklyn, N.Y., to 
Pasquale and Michaelina Capuano. In 1943, he was drafted into the U.S. 
Army and served as a Heavy Truck Driver in the rank of Technician, 5th 
Grade during World War II with Bravo Company of the 398th Infantry 
Regiment.
  During World War II, Frank served in Central Europe, Northern France, 
and the Rhineland. He fought bravely in numerous historic battles such 
as the Battle of the Bulge, which helped secure victory for the Allied 
forces in Europe, as well as the Battle of Heilbronn. Frank was a 
courageous and selfless patriot.
  Two months after the Battle of Heilbronn, on June 27, 1945, Frank was 
awarded the Bronze Star, which is awarded by the Department of the Army 
in recognition of heroic achievement, heroic service, meritorious 
achievement, or meritorious service in a combat zone. Frank received 
numerous other awards for his service. He received the Army Good 
Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, European-African-Middle Eastern 
Campaign Medal (3 Service Stars), and the World War II Victory Medal.
  On May 23, 2013, Frank was awarded the French Legion of Honor in the 
rank of Chevalier for his bravery and service in Northern France during 
World War II. The French Legion of Honor is the highest military honor 
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can be awarded by the nation of France and is awarded for excellent 
military conduct.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the House of Representatives to 
join me in recognizing the accomplishments and legacy of Frank R. 
Capuano. It is my privilege to rise in recognition of his service and 
to honor his memory.

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