Bill Text: MS HR130 | 2015 | Regular Session | Engrossed
Bill Title: Mr. Marvin Oswalt; commend exemplacy service during World War II as a member of the U.S. Navy.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2015-04-06 - Enrolled Bill Signed [HR130 Detail]
Download: Mississippi-2015-HR130-Engrossed.html
MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE
2015 Regular Session
To: Rules
By: Representative Hood
House Resolution 130
(As Adopted by House)
A RESOLUTION HONORING AND COMMENDING MR. MARVIN OSWALT FOR HIS SERVICE DURING WORLD WAR II AS A MEMBER OF THE UNITED STATES NAVY.
WHEREAS, a true American patriot, Mr. Marvin Oswalt is a veteran of World War II, which was fought to make the world safe for democracy and which repositioned world power and influence, firmly establishing the United States as a dominant world power; and
WHEREAS, born on December 18, 1926, Mr. Oswalt, as a result of his hard work and integrity, attained the esteemed rank of Fireman 1st Class in the United States Navy before retiring and enjoying life back home in the states; and
WHEREAS, the honorable Mr. Oswalt, a member of LCI-73, served in many different areas of combat, including Western New Guinea, Leyte, Ormoc Landing and the Lingayen Gulf; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Oswalt received The Purple Heart Medal for wounds he suffered in combat when he was only 17 years old while bravely taking part as a gunner in action he saw at Leyte; and
WHEREAS, over the course of his naval career, Mr. Oswalt received several prestigious awards and commendations, including the Asia-Pacific Campaign Service Medal, the Philippine Liberation Ribbon and the American Area Campaign Service Medal among others; and
WHEREAS, in 2013, Mr. Oswalt was flown to Washington, D.C., as part of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Honor Air Flight to view the national war memorials, and Mr. Oswalt described the experience as meaning more to him than anything he has ever done in his life; and
WHEREAS, it is the policy of the House of Representatives to humbly honor a hero such as Marvin Oswalt, whose inspirational life of tireless service to his fellowman and country is an exemplary model of a patriotic American to which all citizens of our great country may aspire:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, That we do hereby commend Mr. Marvin Oswalt for his honorable record of achievement as a veteran of World War II and extend best wishes for good health, peace and much happiness.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be furnished to Mr. Marvin Oswalt, VFW Post 5569, Ackerman, Mississippi, and to the members of the Capitol Press Corps.
