[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 183 (Monday, November 6, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1062-E1063]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING COLONEL GLEN T. HELBERG

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                       HON. DONALD S. BEYER, JR.

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, November 6, 2023

  Mr. BEYER. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize my constituent, 
Colonel Glen Helberg, whose dedicated service as a military officer for 
20 years exemplifies courage and outstanding leadership throughout a 
distinguished career.
  COL Helberg's journey began when he was commissioned as an Infantry 
Officer after graduating from the United States Military Academy in 
1999. His first assignment was with the 2nd Battalion, 187th Infantry, 
101st Infantry Division, Ft Campbell, KY, from 2000 to 2002. There, he 
served as a rifle platoon leader and scout platoon leader and was later 
deployed to Afghanistan to support Operation Enduring Freedom. He 
eventually returned to Afghanistan on deployment twice in 2010 and 
2012. After his command, COL Helberg's leadership was called on for 
various Joint Special Operations Task Forces.
  Throughout his extensive career, COL Helberg has received numerous 
prestigious awards, including the Bronze Star Medal (2nd Award), 
Defense Meritorious Service Medal (3rd Award), Meritorious Service 
Medal (4th Award), Army Commendation Medal (4th Award), Joint Service 
Achievement Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, 
and Valorous Unit Award (4th Award), among others.
  In addition to a remarkable career and extensive service to his 
country, I would also like to recognize COL Helberg as a beloved 
friend, father, and husband to Colonel Shannon Helberg. For over two 
decades, the Helbergs have exemplified the sacrifice of what it means 
to be a military family. Through numerous household moves across the 
country, changing schools for the Helberg children, and deployments to 
dangerous places for both Glen and Shannon, the Helbergs have remained 
steadfast in their dedication to our great nation and to each other.
  I wish Glen and the Helberg family good luck in their future 
endeavors and thank them for their untiring service to this country.

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