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- We're here to honor the career of someone

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who for too long did not get the proper recognition

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for his incredible bravery and sacrifice on our behalf,

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Mr. Ed Devorak.

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When my office helped submit this award,

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it was for a Bronze Star, an incredible recognition

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of service itself, however the Department of Army

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recognized the great heroism of the actions of Mr. Devorak,

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and rightfully decided that it was worthy of an upgrade

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to the Silver Star for gallantry in action.

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In November of 1968, during his service in Vietnam,

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Ed put his own life on the line when other members

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of his team were in harm's way.

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Mr. Devorak's story that day deserves to be heard,

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and fits into the tradition of those who serve our nation.

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- That journey when he was there, and what he did

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to repair his men, and to lead his men, and to push his men,

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and to call in for support so that others could be saved.

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With that no quit attitude embodiment

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of the American soldier, you earned this today

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and we couldn't be more proud of you that day.

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(applauding)