[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 90 (Thursday, May 23, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H3514]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING NAVY SPECIAL WARFARE OPERATORS CHRISTOPHER J. CHAMBERS AND 
                            NATHAN G. INGRAM

  (Mr. IVEY asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. IVEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise this Memorial Day weekend to honor Navy 
Special Warfare Operator 1st Class Christopher J. Chambers and Navy 
Special Warfare Operator 2nd Class Nathan Gage Ingram, who tragically 
died during a mission in the Arabian Sea on January 11 of this year.
  I knew Chris personally. He was a native of Prince George's County, 
Maryland, and a beloved son of the Cheverly community. He participated 
in the Boys and Girls Club and was a member of the Cheverly swim team.
  Chris' presence as a leader impacted the lives of many, including my 
kids, while he coached them during their swim team participation.
  He attended Bishop McNamara High School and graduated in 2009 from 
the University of Maryland, College Park.
  Chris began his service in the United States Navy in 2012, graduating 
from SEAL training in 2014. A decorated servicemember, his awards 
include the Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal with Combat ``C'' and 
three Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medals.
  He is survived by his parents, Charles and Lois Chambers; his wife, 
Alyssa Chambers; and daughter, Kennedy Chambers.
  Nathan Gage Ingram of Texas enlisted in the United States Navy in 
2019 and went on to graduate from SEAL training in 2021.
  As we approach this Memorial Day, let us pause to remember Chris, 
Nathan, and all brave servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice in 
defense of our Nation. We thank them for their service, and our prayers 
are forever with their families and their loved ones.

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