    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1996, Book I)]
    [May 10, 1996]
    [Pages 732-733]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Death of Calvin A.H. Waller
    May 10, 1996

        We mourn the passing of Lieutenant General Calvin A.H. Waller, U.S.
    Army (Ret.), whose dedicated and exceptional career is admired by
    everyone who knew of his extraordinary courage, inspiring leadership,
    and selfless service. During a distinguished career which culminated in
    his service as Deputy Commander of U.S. forces in the Persian Gulf
    during Operation Desert Storm, General Waller achieved prominence as a
    skillful and disciplined professional and a caring, enthusiastic
    commander. His rise from humble beginnings to one of the highest-ranking
    African-American officers in the U.S. military through stalwart
    determination and a record of

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    excellence served as an inspiration to minority and nonminority
    officers. To General Waller's wife, Marion, his family and friends, and
    to the Army community, I extend my deepest sympathy. He will be
    remembered as one of America's finest soldiers and most capable military
    leaders.