[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 152 (Wednesday, September 20, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E869]
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HONORING THE HEROISM AND COURAGEOUS MILITARY SERVICE OF HASKEL JOE HILL

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                         HON. DIANA HARSHBARGER

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 20, 2023

  Mrs. HARSHBARGER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Vietnam Era 
veteran and Purple Heart Recipient, Haskel Joe Hill (1947 through 2022) 
for his distinguished service in the U.S. Army. Hailing from Harriman, 
Tennessee, Haskel Hill served in the Army from October 1964 to October 
1973. He fought in Vietnam and was captured by enemy troops, being held 
as a prisoner of war. His bravery and heroism during the conflict and 
throughout his capture earned him the Purple Heart.
  Haskel Hill also received the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross, 
awarded to him by the former government of South Vietnam, in 
recognition of his valor in combat with the enemy. While he safely 
returned to America, he passed away due to complications resulting from 
exposure to Agent Orange during the conflict. Haskel Hill is survived 
by his proud daughters, Ida L. Hendrix of Jacksonville, Florida, Helana 
J. Cormier of Green Cove Springs, Florida, and Alice Hill of Kingsport, 
Tennessee. Vietnam Era veterans and their surviving family members 
deserve our deepest gratitude for their service and sacrifice, and it 
is long past due.
  Please join me in remembering American hero and patriot, Haskel Hill 
for his strength, courage, and bravery. We are eternally grateful to 
him and his valiant military service to our great country.

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