By: Sims S.R. No. 642 1-1 SENATE RESOLUTION 1-2 WHEREAS, It is with great pride that the Texas Senate 1-3 recognizes Robert McCormick of Spokane, Washington, for his 1-4 meritorious contributions to the defense of our nation during 1-5 World War II; and 1-6 WHEREAS, On July 28, 1944, Robert was a member of the crew 1-7 of a B24 bomber that was on a bombing mission to Ploesti when the 1-8 airplane was severely damaged over the target; two of the crew 1-9 members bailed out, but the remaining eight did everything possible 1-10 to keep the bomber in the air; and 1-11 WHEREAS, When it became apparent the airplane could not be 1-12 saved, the others bailed out over occupied Yugoslavia and spent 1-13 nearly a year evading the enemy; after V-E Day in 1945, the men 1-14 were finally able to get out safely; and 1-15 WHEREAS, Of the original crew, six are still alive, and they 1-16 are planning a reunion as guests of Jim Inks on his ranch in Llano 1-17 where they will be treated to our famous Texas hospitality; the 1-18 veterans will view some of the beautiful Texas hill country and 1-19 its lakes and dine on succulent Texas barbecue; and 1-20 WHEREAS, Robert McCormick and his comrades earned the 1-21 gratitude of their countrymen, and the undaunted courage and extreme 1-22 sacrifices of these American heroes are truly worthy of legislative 1-23 commendation; now, therefore, be it 2-1 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 2-2 74th Legislature, hereby express its deepest admiration to 2-3 Robert McCormick and extend a most hearty Texas welcome with best 2-4 wishes for a most enjoyable stay in the Lone Star State; and, be 2-5 it further 2-6 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 2-7 Mr. McCormick as a memento of his visit to Texas. 2-8 ______________________________________ 2-9 President of the Senate 2-10 I hereby certify that the above 2-11 Resolution was adopted by the Senate 2-12 on April 5, 1995. 2-13 ______________________________________ 2-14 Secretary of the Senate 2-15 ______________________________________ 2-16 Member, Texas Senate