[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 199 (Monday, December 4, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1160]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING CHARLES J. HARDY FOR BECOMING A KNIGHT OF THE LEGION OF 
                                 FRANCE

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                         HON. GUY RESCHENTHALER

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, December 4, 2023

  Mr. RESCHENTHALER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate Charles J. 
Hardy for being named a Knight of the Legion of Honor, France's highest 
civilian honor.
  Hardy joined the 282nd Engineer Combat Battalion on July 16, 1943, 
and was one of many brave soldiers who risked their lives during the 
Second World War. He fought valiantly in the battle of Saint-Malo and 
captured enemy submarine pens throughout his time on the Western front. 
He also contributed to the liberation of the Ardennes, the Rhineland, 
Central Europe, and France. During these grueling compaigns, Hardy 
consistently demonstrated fearlessness and determination.
  Today, Hardy will be remembered and honored for his courageous 
service 79 years ago by receiving France's highest honor.

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