[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 23072]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




        RECOGNIZING MASTER JOHN BACHKOSKY FOR HIS ACT OF HEROISM

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                     HON. C.A. DUTCH RUPPERSBERGER

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 18, 2005

  Mr. RUPPERSBERGER. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you today to 
acknowledge the act of heroism displayed by Master John Bachkosky on 
August 18, 2004. John, a Weblos Scout of Cub Scout Pack 688, 
demonstrated both determination and heroism by saving the lives of his 
sister Robin, and friend, Morgan at minimum risk to himself.
  The 6-year-old girls were playing in the waves of Ocean City, 
Maryland, when they became caught in a riptide. John was nearby and had 
an opportunity to swim to shallow water. However, as a genuine Scout 
would, he acted courageously by swimming to where the girls were. He 
then held them up until help arrived.
  John's vigilance and instincts prevented the girls from any serious 
injury. The Boy Scouts of America upon recommendation of the National 
Court of Honor presented John with a Heroism Award.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join with me today in commending Master 
John Bachkosky for adhering to the Core Values of Cub Scouting, 
displayed through his Courage, Perseverance, and Responsibility. His 
actions are evidence of the principles of the Boy Scouts of America.

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