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RECOGNIZING HOSPITAL CORPSMAN THIRD CLASS RAYMOND RICHARDSON, RECIPIENT
OF TEXAS' THIRD CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT 2021 CONGRESSIONAL VETERAN
COMMENDATION
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HON. VAN TAYLOR
of texas
in the house of representatives
Monday, November 1, 2021
Mr. TAYLOR. Madam Speaker, today, it is my privilege to honor fifteen distinguished military veterans from Texas' Third Congressional District who answered the call to serve their Nation honorably, both in uniform and following their return to civilian life. The recipients of the 2021 Congressional Veteran Commendation exemplify the timehonored qualities of patriotism, service before self, and bold leadership. Following their time in service, their efforts in our community have earned these fine individuals recognition as the recipients of this prestigious commendation. Their stories of sacrifice will encourage future generations to pursue a life dedicated to the very values we cherish as Americans: faith, freedom, and democracy. One such hero is Raymond Richardson of McKinney, Texas.
In 1965, at the age of 17, Raymond Richardson joined the United States Navy where he was assigned to a Medivac Unit for the 1st Marine Air Wing in DaNang.
Hospital Corpsman Third Class Raymond Richardson was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal for his service.
In his civilian life, Mr. Richardson has been staunch advocate for our veterans within our community. During his tenure as McKinney VFW Commander, Raymond led several unique service initiatives benefiting both veterans and the citizens of Collin County. Impressively, he completed over 130 community service projects including raising relief for veterans healthcare and arranging hotel accommodations for stranded veterans. One special initiative includes his annual organization of a Christmas Party for the children of the Samaritan Inn where families are invited to the VFW to share a meal with Santa and Mrs. Clause prior to receiving gifts. Mr. Richardson also spearheads efforts to prepare and distribute care packages for military members oversees and local veterans in need in conjunction with the students of McKinney Christian Academy.
As a longtime and valued member of the VFW National Legislative Committee, Mr. Richardson has advocated on a variety of veterans issues. He has served in a multitude of roles within the VFW earning numerous accolades including the Recruiter Award, Early Bird Award, the Kansas City Spree Award, and Past State Commanders Leadership Award.
Richardson is the proud father to three daughters and grandfather to eight. We commend him for his tireless efforts on behalf of our veterans and the citizens of Collin County.
Today a grateful Nation thanks Corpsman Richardson for his exceptional service and congratulates him on this recognition. May his steadfast example of leadership inspire others to live a life of service to a cause greater than themselves. It is my extreme honor to award him the 2021 Congressional Veteran Commendation for the Third District of Texas.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 191
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