[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 188 (Tuesday, November 14, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1101]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  CONGRESSIONAL VETERAN COMMENDATION FOR PETTY OFFICER DOUGLAS COMPTON

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 14, 2023

  Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Petty Officer 
Third Class Douglas Compton of Royse City, Texas, and award him a 
Congressional Veteran Commendation. PO3 Compton honorably served in the 
United States Navy during the Vietnam War.
  When the United States conducted a draft, PO3 Compton was not one of 
those selected. However, he chose to serve his country and joined the 
Navy. PO3 Compton served on the USS Chase County (LST-491) tank landing 
ship as an engineman. His responsibilities included maintaining the 
ship's engine room and repairing broken parts to ensure that it is 
ready to go on combat missions at a moment's notice. For his service 
and contributions to the war effort, PO3 Compton was awarded the 
Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal and several other awards.
  After his military service, PO3 Compton worked for Texas Instruments 
as a numerical control machinist. In this role, he helped produce 
critical parts for the American defense industry, including components 
for night vision devices, missiles, and cameras. His important work at 
Texas Instruments helped the United States maintain a competitive 
advantage in advanced weaponry and technology. Later, PO3 Compton 
worked with Halliburton as a machinist and manufacturing production 
planner. He retired after 41 years with Halliburton, and now focuses on 
spending time with his children and grandchildren.
  PO3 Compton is a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and helps 
raise awareness for veterans' issues. When called upon, he plays taps 
during memorial services for veterans at the Rest Haven Funeral Home in 
Rockwall. He also plays in community bands around North Texas. I 
commend PO3 Compton for his continued efforts to ensure that the 
sacrifices of our Nation's veterans will be remembered for generations 
to come.
  I am honored to represent PO3 Compton in Texas' 4th Congressional 
District. It is a pleasure to award him the Congressional Veteran 
Commendation for his service to our Nation and to the people of North 
Texas.

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