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Richard Hudson was mentioned in REMEMBERING SERGEANT La DAVID T. JOHNSON ON THE OCCASION OF HIS INDUCTION AS AN HONORARY GREEN BERET..... on pages E760-E761 covering the 1st Session of the 117th Congress published on July 16, 2021 in the Congressional Record.

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REMEMBERING SERGEANT La DAVID T. JOHNSON ON THE OCCASION OF HIS

INDUCTION AS AN HONORARY GREEN BERET

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HON. RICHARD HUDSON

of north carolina

in the house of representatives

Friday, July 16, 2021

Mr. HUDSON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Sergeant La David T. Johnson on the occasion of his induction as an honorary member of the United States Army Special Forces, or ``Green Berets.''

SGT Johnson is an American hero who laid down his life in the line of duty and to save the lives of his teammates on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in southwest Niger. Assigned to the 3rd Special Forces Group at Fort Bragg, he personified the values of honor, integrity, personal courage, and selfless service.

SGT Johnson enlisted in the United States Army in January 2014 and after completing Advanced Individual Training and earning the Military Occupational Specialty 91B Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic, he was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group. SGT Johnson served our nation with distinction and valor, and his decorations include the Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, and Global War on Terrorism Medal.

A role model among his peers in the 3rd Special Forces Group, SGT Johnson represents the best our nation has to offer. His work helped secure and protect our homeland for generations to come and today we honor his sacrifice. While our country can never repay this debt, I will do everything in my power to honor SGT Johnson's life and ensure that his legacy lives on forever.

Madam Speaker, please join me today in honoring the life and legacy of Sergeant La David T. Johnson on the occasion of his induction as an honorary Green Beret.

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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 125

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