[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 19]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 25583]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING THE SERVICE OF MACK MARTIN BOYNTON

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                           HON. BARON P. HILL

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 22, 2009

  Mr. HILL. Madam Speaker, throughout his twenty-six year military 
career, Mack Martin Boynton was a leader among his fellow service men. 
Serving in the diving, salvage, and rescue operation, Mack developed 
many ways to streamline the repair of naval vessels. These techniques 
were able to save the country precious resources in the aftermath of 
the attack on Pearl Harbor. Thanks to his intellect and ingenuity, Mack 
became one of the youngest Warrant Officers in the Navy.
  Mack continued his career as a member of the Underwater Demolition 
Team (UDT), a then newly-formed arm of the United States Navy. His 
commitment to service and dedication inspired others and led him to 
become one of the best recruiters for the UDT program. Mack continued 
his committed service through the Korean War, where he received the 
Bronze Star Medal and a commendation from Vice Admiral Joy for heroic 
action against the enemy. During his career he was involved in the 
early studies and implementation of the first Navy SEALs team.
  With his sterling service record and considerable honors, Mack serves 
as an example of the caliber of individuals who we have the privilege 
of calling our servicemen. I am honored that Mack and his fellow 
Fifties Frogs have selected Clarksville, Indiana, to hold their annual 
reunion. When these heroic Americans convene their meeting here in 
Southern Indiana, we should pause, even if only for a moment, and give 
thanks to them for their contribution toward our freedom.

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