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Senate
Resolution 166
By:
Senator Tate of the 38th
A
RESOLUTION
Commending
Lieutenant General Russel L. Honoré; 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,
Lieutenant General Russel L. Honoré 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 Army where he has
served as the Commander, First U.S. Army, Fort Gillem since July 15, 2004, and
Commander, Joint Task Force-Katrina, in which capacity he led the U.S.
Department of Defense Response to Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita;
and
WHEREAS,
he is affectionately known as the "Ragin' Cajun," he is a soldier's soldier and
his heroism, valor, and ability have been recognized by his being awarded the
Defense Distinguished Service Medal, the Distinguished Service Medal, the Legion
of Merit with four Oak Leaf Clusters, the Bronze Star Medal, the Defense
Meritorious Service Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal with three Oak Leaf
Clusters, and the 2005 Omar N. Bradley "Spirit of Independence Award";
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
Lieutenant General Russel L. Honoré for his efficient, effective,
unselfish, and dedicated public service to the citizens of his country and state
and extend to his family their most profound and sincere appreciation for him
and for all members of the United States military who stand ever ready to lay
the ultimate sacrifice upon the altar of freedom.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Lieutenant General Russel
L. Honoré.