Recognizing William Harvey Reeves with A Congressional Veteran Commendation

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Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to present William Harvey Reeves of Trinity, Texas, with a Congressional Veteran Commendation. His service to the Nation and community speaks to the best of Texas. William enlisted into the United States Army on December 4, 1963, proudly serving in the 716th Military Police Battalion. He was stationed in Saigon, Vietnam, eight months and twelve days. His Active Duty concluded with an honorable discharge, November 29, 1965, and he continued his service as an Army Reservist until December 3, 1969. He was awarded the Expert Rifle Badge, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Driver badge with bar, Overseas Bar and a Good Conduct Medal.

William has been a well-respected resident of Trinity County for over 30 years. He has served his community and veterans as a previous businessowner and is an active member of several local and state organizations, which include the Masonic Lodge, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, and the Trinity County Veterans Wall of Honor Society. He also volunteers his time serving on the Deep East Texas Military Service Academy Board. William was instrumental in the formation of the Trinity County Veterans Wall of Honor and served as the Treasurer for 16 years before becoming President in 2023.

For his unwavering service to the Nation and leadership to his community, it is my honor to award William Harvey Reeves with a Congressional Veteran Commendation.

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