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MS SC551
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
- Honors World War II Corporal L.C. Jackson of Brookhaven, Mississippi, on his 100th birthday celebration on March 8, 2023.
- Recognizes Jackson's service in the 3449th Quartermaster Truck Company, including deployment to the Philippines, Okinawa, and Japan, and his receipt of the Asiatic-Pacific Theater Campaign Ribbon, Army of Occupation Ribbon, Japan Victory Ribbon, two Overseas Service Bars, Rifle Marksmanship Medal, and Good Conduct Medal.
- Notes Jackson's service during the era of military segregation and acknowledges him as a trailblazer who served when African Americans were excluded from certain military branches and occupations.
- Recognizes Jackson's post-military career including employment with Greyhound Bus, 31 years with the U.S. Post Office, and the Brookhaven Sanitation Department, and his role as a Deacon at Hopewell Baptist Church in Brookhaven.
- Directs the resolution be presented to Corporal Jackson and made available to the Capitol Press Corps.
Legislative Description
Honor the legacy of decorated WWII Army Corporal L.C. Jackson of Brookhaven, Mississippi, on his 100th Birthday.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
3/3/2023
Committee Referrals
Rules2/27/2023
Rules2/17/2023
Full Bill Text
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