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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and courageous spirit
of U.S. Army Sgt. Thomas Chad Rosenbaum of Hope, AR. Sgt. Rosenbaum, just
25 years old, was killed in the line of duty in Iraq on September 18, 2004.
I am deeply saddened by this tragedy. I wish to recognize his life and
achievements.
Sgt. Rosenbaum attended my alma mater, Hope High School, where he participated
in a number of extracurricular activities. He was a member of the Bobcat
football team, the golf team, weight lifting team, Key Club, Future Business
Leaders of America and took part in the FFA rodeo. After graduating from
Hope High School in 1997, Sgt. Rosenbaum enlisted in the U.S. Army and
was assigned to the 4th Battalion, 5th Air Defense Artillery, 1st Cavalry
Division in Fort Hood, Texas.
Sgt. Rosenbaum was stationed in Iraq since March where he worked as
a chemical specialist and trained Iraqis in the use of firearms. His exemplary
service and dedication to our country did not go unnoticed. His long list
of distinguished medals includes: the Bronze Star Medal, a Purple Heart
Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, the Army Achievement Medal, two Good
Conduct Medals, the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism
Expeditionary Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, two NCO
Professional Medals, the Army Service Ribbon, the master parachutist Badge,
the Air Assault Badge, the Weapon Qualification Badge, and the French Parachutist
Wings.
America will be forever grateful for Sgt. Rosenbaum's service to our
great country. He gave his life to serve our country and will forever be
remembered as a terrific father, courageous son, and a hero. My deepest
condolences go out to his son, Ty; his parents, Jackie and Donna Rosenbaum;
and his brother, Zane. I know Sgt. Rosenbaum was proud of his service to
the U.S. Army and to our country. He will be missed by his family, fellow
soldiers, and all those who knew and counted him as a friend. I will continue
to keep Sgt. Rosenbaum and his family in my thoughts and prayers. |
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