[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 186 (Thursday, November 9, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H5656]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF BERT WINZER

  (Ms. WILD asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. WILD. Mr. Speaker, I rise to commemorate the life and legacy of 
Mr. Bert Winzer of Emmaus, Pennsylvania.
  During World War II, Mr. Winzer served with distinction in the 
legendary Army 1st Special Service Force.
  When a German artillery attack sent shrapnel within an inch of his 
heart, he overcame his wounds and returned to the battlefield a mere 10 
days later. His grit and courageousness followed him to the Battle of 
the Bulge where he held off the German advance during the Siege of 
Bastogne.
  For his heroism, Mr. Winzer was awarded a Purple Heart, a Bronze 
Star, and a Congressional Gold Medal, the civilian honor awarded by 
Congress.
  After the war, Mr. Winzer spent more than 30 years working in the 
automobile industry, including at our own Mack Trucks.
  He was an active member in his church community and volunteered his 
time at local schools to share his experiences of the war.
  Mr. Winzer passed away last month at the age of 101 in the care of 
his family. Let us remember Mr. Winzer for his remarkable legacy and 
impact on his community and this country. Let us thank all of our 
veterans this Veterans Day.

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