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GA SR927
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/17/2014
Primary Sponsor
Earl Carter
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AI Summary
- Georgia Senate honors Mr. Jim Chavers, identified 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 recognized Mr. Chavers as guest of honor at a Veterans Day ceremony on November 12, 2012, attended by U.S. Representative Jack Kingston, National FOP President Chuck Canterbury, and a detachment of Marines from Parris Island
- Mr. Chavers donated battlefield memorabilia to the World War II Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana
- The Secretary of the Senate is directed to transmit a copy of the resolution to Mr. Jim Chavers in recognition of his selfless and patriotic service to Georgia and the United States
Legislative Description
Chavers, Mr. Jim; condolences
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
2/17/2014
Full Bill Text
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