[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H4348]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                CELEBRATING FRANK HORNE'S 100TH BIRTHDAY

  (Mr. HARRIS of North Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. HARRIS of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, very few people get to 
celebrate their 100th birthday. Even fewer can look back on those years 
knowing they helped defend the freedoms that continue to make this 
country an incredible place to call home.
  Earlier this month, my constituent, Frank Horne, turned 100 years 
old. Today, we celebrate not only his 100th birthday but a century 
marked by sacrifice, bravery, service, and devotion to his country and 
community.
  Born in South Carolina in 1926, Frank later made Charlotte, North 
Carolina, his lifelong home. He joined the United States Navy in May of 
1945, as World War II was drawing to a close, and began training to 
serve in naval aviation, answering the call with deep patriotism and 
love for his country.
  After his service, Frank attended UNC-Chapel Hill and built a long 
career in manufacturing while continuing to serve his church, family, 
and community, becoming a husband, father, grandfather, and a friend to 
many.
  As America approaches its 250th birthday, Mr. Speaker, Frank's story 
is a powerful reminder of his character, service, and patriotism that 
has carried this Nation from one generation to the next.
  We are proud to celebrate Frank's 100th birthday. I thank him for his 
incredible service to our Nation. May God bless him, his family, and 
the United States of America.

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