[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 23473-23474]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




            TRIBUTE TO THE MEN OF 2ND BATTALION 7TH MARINES

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                             HON. DAVE CAMP

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 8, 2004

  Mr. CAMP. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay special tribute to men of 
the 2nd Battalion 7th Marines (2/7) that have recently returned from 
their tour of duty in Iraq. Specifically, I would like to honor 
Corporal Justin Perez, Lance Corporal Andrew Kingscott, Lance Corporal 
Justin Sebring, and Lance Corporal Ben Gunderson, of my district, for 
their outstanding service in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

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  These proud Marines exemplify the honor and tradition that the Marine 
Corps stands for. These men have offered their lives for an idea 
greater than any one of us as individuals--the right of all God's 
children to live in freedom. Through their courage, the flame of 
freedom has been lit; through their bravery its warmth and light 
continue to shine on America; and through their courage its rays of 
hope and opportunity now reach a nation of people. Their actions laid 
the groundwork for a safe and democratic Iraq, which will ultimately 
make the United States and the world a safer place.
  Their character is measured not only by their efforts in the field; 
it is measured by the hope they brought to the oppressed, the freedom 
they brought to the terrorized, and the bravery and fortitude with 
which they completed their mission. I am honored today to recognize 
Corporal Justin Perez, Lance Corporal Andrew Kingscott, Lance Corporal 
Justin Sebring, and Lance Corporal Ben Gunderson for their exemplary 
service on behalf of their country, and thank them for their work.

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