[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 12216]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING MR. ROLAND GLENN

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                          HON. CHELLIE PINGREE

                                of maine

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 16, 2014

  Ms. PINGREE of Maine. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize an 
honorable World War II veteran in my state whose bravery saved the 
lives of many during combat on Okinawa.
  In 1945, Roland Glenn helped to lead the men of his company to 
capture key Japanese positions by scaling an escarpment in the face of 
intense resistance. The unit needed the element of surprise, and for 
the enemy to believe that they were facing a large group of American 
soldiers (instead of the 35 that made it up the escarpment). The unit's 
success in this dangerous situation is due, in large part, to Mr. 
Glenn's leadership and bravery.
  The plan to overtake the enemy position was difficult and had little 
room for error. Many of these soldiers were young men, afraid and far 
from home. It was not only Mr. Glenn's ingenious plan of attack that 
saved many lives; he also encouraged them to keep going, empowering 
them and boosting their morale. Together, these brave men were able to 
beat the odds and win the battle.
  Since his time in the Army, Mr. Glenn has worked as a peace activist, 
continuing his service to our country. He was then, and continues to 
be, a great leader and patriot. I wish Mr. Glenn all the best and thank 
him wholeheartedly for his service to our nation.

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