SJR22 Summary

• Mourns the death of United States Army Lieutenant General and author Hal Moore, who died February 10, 2017, at age 94 in Auburn, Alabama.

• Honors Moore's distinguished military career including service as the first West Point Class of 1945 graduate to rise to lieutenant general rank and his renowned command at the Battle of Ia Drang in 1965 during the Vietnam War.

• Recognizes Moore's co-authorship of the acclaimed novel "We Were Soldiers Once and Young," which was adapted into the 2002 film "We Were Soldiers" starring Mel Gibson.

• Documents Moore's extensive military decorations and medals including the Distinguished Service Cross, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, and numerous campaign and service medals.

• Expresses the Alabama Legislature's gratitude for Moore's service and legacy while offering condolences to his family, including three sons and two daughters.