[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 99 (Wednesday, June 12, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H3972]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             REMEMBERING THE SACRIFICE OF ROBERT LEE HERRIN

  (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. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory 
of Mr. Robert Lee Herrin, a valiant 22-year-old soldier who died 
tragically eight decades ago amidst the chaos of the historic Normandy 
landings, where he made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our 
country.
  With the recent 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings, we 
remember the brave sacrifices of the great Americans who fought and 
died to rid the world of tyranny so that we may remain free.
  Private Roberts' sacrifice was recognized with the Purple Heart 
award, a testament to his unwavering bravery and dedication to serving 
his country. Robert is a true son of south Georgia, born and raised in 
Brantley County, where his family still resides today.
  With the anniversary of D-day passing, it is important to remember 
that it is because of men like Robert Lee Herrin that we enjoy the 
freedoms that we have today. We are eternally grateful for his 
sacrifice and all others who sacrificed their lives for our country.

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