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Congressional Veteran Commendation

On behalf of a grateful nation and the citizens of the Twenty-Sixth District of Texas, the Congressional Veteran Commendation is hereby awarded to Colonel Walter W. Pine (U.S. Army/U.S. Air Force, Ret.) for honorable service performed while a member of the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

Colonel Walter Pine’s patriotism, loyalty, and dedication to the United States Air Force demonstrate the highest quality of service. Colonel Pine volunteered for military service in 1941, graduating from flight training in December 1944. He was recalled to active duty and served honorably during the Korean War, flying C-47’s in over 200 sorties into Korean bases. Colonel Pine continued his decorated aviation career; serving our nation in the Vietnam War, he flew the B-29 and transferred to flying the Lockheed C-130. He was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States. This was one of his many commendations for his bravery and meritorious service including the Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal, and a Presidential Unit citation. Serving during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War, Colonel Pine dedicated 37 years of his life in service to the people of our great country through his skill as a leader and pilot. Colonel Walter Pine embodies the time honored history and patriotic spirit of the United States Armed Services, and we are forever indebted to him for his long, committed service to our nation.

His actions are consistent with the finest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the State of Texas, and the United States of America.

Signed under my hand this 11th of this November 2008,

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Michael C. Burgess, M.D.

Member of Congress

Representing Texas’ 26th District

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