[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 21 (Tuesday, February 6, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H486]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    CELEBRATING JAMES W. PUTNEY, JR.

  (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate James 
W. Putney, Jr., a veteran, patriot, and grand marshal of the 2023 
Savannah Veterans Day Parade.
  Mr. Putney proudly led the annual Veterans Day parade in Savannah, 
which is dedicated to celebrating America's heroes.
  His devout service and leadership have been evident since answering 
the call to join the United States Army at 17 years old. Over two 
decades of honorable service resulted in his retirement as a staff 
sergeant at Fort Benning, Georgia.
  In his military journey, James played vital roles as a construction 
and combat engineer. Post-retirement, he returned to his roots in 
Savannah, transitioning to a career at the Chatham County Courthouse, 
where he continued his service until 2016.
  Even in retirement, James remained actively involved in various local 
organizations, as he continues to exemplify dedication and leadership 
to his community and to his country.
  I congratulate James and thank him for his service to our country and 
our community.

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