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OK SR6
Resolution
Status
3/27/2013
Primary Sponsor
Roger Ballenger
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AI Summary
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Honors Paul Henry Carr, a native Oklahoman from Checotah who died at age 20 during the Battle of Samar on October 25, 1944, while serving aboard the USS SAMUEL B ROBERTS (DE-413)
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Recognizes Carr's military service as Gunner's Mate Third Class and Gun Captain for the 5" Gun Mount, and his posthumous award of the Silver Star
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Notes that the USS CARR (FFG-52), commissioned July 27, 1985, was named in his honor and is the only U.S. Navy ship named after a native Oklahoman
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Acknowledges Carr's story has been featured in multiple historical books including "Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors" (2004) and "For Crew and Country" (2013)
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Recognizes the Paul Henry Carr Memorial Foundation formed by his family to preserve his legacy and construct a museum-class exhibit in the Katy Depot in Checotah
Legislative Description
Resolution; honoring Paul Henry Carr and recognizing his selfless contributions to the state of Oklahoma and the country.
Commendations / Condolences
Last Action
Enrolled, filed with Secretary of State
3/27/2013