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Senate
Resolution 1168
By:
Senators Hill of the 4th and Williams of the 19th
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending First Sergeant Ernest B."Bruce" Oliver on the occasion of his
retirement from the Georgia Army National Guard; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
our nation's security continues to rely on patriotic men and women who put their
personal lives on hold in order to place themselves in harm's way to protect the
freedoms that all United States citizens cherish; and
WHEREAS,
First Sergeant Ernest B."Bruce" Oliver has long been recognized by the citizens
of this nation for the vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep
personal commitment to the welfare of the citizens of the United States;
and
WHEREAS,
this extraordinary man has diligently and conscientiously served his country
with honor and distinction as a member of the United States Marine Corps and the
Georgia Army National Guard Army where he has served his country for a total of
27 years, joining the Marine Corps in 1966 and serving as a military policeman
during the Vietnam War, and upon completion of that tour of duty, he joined the
Georgia Army National Guard where he will retire as First Sergeant of
Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 1st, with 21 years of faithful service;
and
WHEREAS,
he is a soldier's soldier and his heroism, valor, and leadership ability have
been recognized by his earning the Bronze Star Medal with "V" device, Navy
Achievement Commendation Medal with "V" device, Presidential Unit Citation for
service with the Marines, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry, Marine Corps Combat
Action Ribbon, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal with Oak Leaf
Cluster, Army Achievement Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters, Armed Forces Reserve
Medal with "M" device, National Defense Service Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal,
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Combat Action Badge, and Georgia Special
Operations Ribbon; and
WHEREAS,
his selfless and heroic actions stand as a shining tribute to the strength of
human spirit and willpower, and it is abundantly fitting and proper that the
outstanding accomplishments of this remarkable and distinguished American be
recognized appropriately.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY SENATE that the members of this body commend First
Sergeant Earnest B. "Bruce" Oliver for his efficient, effective, unselfish, and
dedicated public service to the citizens of his country and state, extend to him
their most sincere congratulations on the occasion of his retirement, and wish
him the best of health and happiness for the future.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to First Sergeant Earnest B.
"Bruce" Oliver.