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MS HR130
Resolution
Status
4/6/2015
Primary Sponsor
Joey Hood
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AI Summary
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Honors Mr. Marvin Oswalt, born December 18, 1926, for his service as a Fireman 1st Class in the United States Navy during World War II.
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Recognizes Oswalt's combat service aboard LCI-73 in Western New Guinea, Leyte, Ormoc Landing, and Lingayen Gulf, where he was wounded at age 17 while serving as a gunner.
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Acknowledges Oswalt's receipt of the Purple Heart Medal and other military commendations including the Asia-Pacific Campaign Service Medal, Philippine Liberation Ribbon, and American Area Campaign Service Medal.
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Notes Oswalt's 2013 participation in the Mississippi Gulf Coast Honor Air Flight to view national war memorials in Washington, D.C.
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Directs copies of the resolution be furnished to Oswalt, VFW Post 5569 in Ackerman, Mississippi, and the Capitol Press Corps.
Legislative Description
Mr. Marvin Oswalt; commend exemplacy service during World War II as a member of the U.S. Navy.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
4/6/2015