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“PAYING TRIBUTE TO DOUGLAS K. RAMSEY” mentioning the U.S. Dept of State was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E1091 on May 23, 2008.
The publication is reproduced in full below:
PAYING TRIBUTE TO DOUGLAS K. RAMSEY
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HON. JON C. PORTER
of nevada
in the house of representatives
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, it is my distinct pleasure to rise today to honor my good friend Douglas K. Ramsey by entering his name in the Congressional Record, the official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress since 1873. Today I pay tribute to Douglas K. Ramsey, for his service to the United States of America during the Vietnam War.
Mr. Ramsey is truly an American patriot. Following graduate studies at Harvard University, Mr. Ramsey entered the United States Air Force and served two years as a lieutenant in the field of communications intelligence.
In 1960, following his service in the United States Air Force, Mr. Ramsey joined the United States Department of State and was assigned to the Bureau of Intelligence and Research. Mr. Ramsey arrived at his duty post in Saigon, Vietnam, on May 3, 1963. While working for the State Department's diplomatic effort in Vietnam, Mr. Ramsey served in a number of capacities, including Assistant Provincial Representative in Hau Nghia.
On January 17, 1966, Mr. Ramsey was captured by a Viet Cong ambush party while transporting food and medical instruments to assist refugees and evacuees. During his time in Viet Cong custody, Mr. Ramsey suffered from malaria as well as neglect at the hands of his captors. He was finally released on February 12, 1973.
Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor Douglas K. Ramsey. He is truly an unsung hero and an American patriot. In these times when we often recognize the members of our armed services for their sacrifice and dedication in defense of America, we must also pause and reflect upon the service of our men and women in the diplomatic corps, who also risk their lives in defense of our way of life. I thank Mr. Ramsey for his service to America and the Boulder City community, and wish him the best in his future endeavors. As we celebrate Memorial Day this weekend, I urge my fellow Nevadans to pay tribute to the service of our fellow citizens in defense of freedom and democracy.
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