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GA HR1229
Resolution
Status
Engrossed
2/18/2014
Primary Sponsor
Bill Hitchens
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AI Summary
- Georgia House Resolution 1229 honors Mr. Jim Chavers, recognized as the last living member of the 4th Marine Division that fought in the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II, where he witnessed the iconic flag raising on Mt. Suribachi
- Mr. Chavers served a 33-year career as a customs inspector for the United States Customs Service and was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police
- Savannah's Frank W. Mobley Lodge #7 honored Mr. Chavers at a Veterans Day public ceremony on November 12, 2012, attended by U.S. Representative Jack Kingston, National FOP President Chuck Canterbury, and a Marine detachment from Parris Island
- Mr. Chavers displayed battlefield memorabilia that he is donating to the World War II Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana
- The resolution invites Mr. Chavers to be recognized by the Georgia House of Representatives at a date and time to be determined by the Speaker
Legislative Description
Chavers, Mr. Jim; honor and invite to House
Last Action
House Passed/Adopted
2/18/2014
Full Bill Text
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