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MS SC535
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Passed
2/12/2013
Primary Sponsor
Lydia Chassaniol
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AI Summary
- Honors William Garrett of Winona, Mississippi, a World War II combat veteran who received the French Legion of Honor Medal in September 2012 for his service in liberating France
- Garrett served 32 months during WWII as Technician 4th Grade in Company C, 245th Engineering Combat Battalion, arriving in France on December 26, 1944, and participating in combat operations including mine-sweeping, bridge-building, and service in the Ardennes and Germany
- The French Legion of Honor, founded by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802, is France's most distinguished decoration awarded by the President of France to recognize exceptional service and sacrifice
- Directs the resolution to be presented to Garrett, forwarded to the Mississippi Division of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps
Legislative Description
Paying tribute to WWII combat Veteran William Garrett of Winona, Mississippi, for receiving French Legion of Honor Medal.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
2/12/2013
Committee Referrals
Rules1/29/2013
Full Bill Text
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