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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 951
WHEREAS, United States Marine Corps Captain Van Taylor of
Dallas, who has served his country with distinction in Iraq, is a
source of great pride to his country and his home state; and
WHEREAS, Commanding the largest platoon of the 2nd Force
Reconnaissance Company, Captain Taylor and his unit foiled
several Fedayeen ambushes, assisted in the rescue of United States
prisoners of war, and rescued dozens of wounded comrades under fire;
he successfully completed every mission assigned and, more
importantly, brought all of his troops safely back to their
families; and
WHEREAS, His unwavering courage and dedication earned
Captain Taylor a host of prestigious accolades, including the
Navy Commendation Medal, Combat Action Ribbon, Presidential Unit
Citation, Navy Unit Citation, National Defense Service Medal,
and Navy Achievement Medal; and
WHEREAS, A Dallas native and honors graduate of Harvard
College and Business School, Captain Taylor has worked with
McKinsey and Company, Trammell Crow, and Churchill Capital
Company as a real estate investment banker; he earned a commission
as a second lieutenant at Marine Corps Officer School and in 2002
joined C Company, 4th Reconnaissance Battalion; and
WHEREAS, This accomplished Texan also has written and
published several articles and is currently working on a book,
Brothers by Fire, on his experiences during the Iraq War; and
WHEREAS, Americans owe a profound debt of gratitude to
Captain Taylor and to all of the country's military personnel,
for they are called on to bear great, often unimaginable,
burdens, and they render service and sacrifice that is truly
beyond measure; and
WHEREAS, Through his unfaltering devotion to duty, honor,
and this nation, Van Taylor embodies the highest ideals of the
United States armed forces, and it is indeed a privilege to join
in welcoming him home; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, hereby commend Van Taylor for his exemplary
commitment to his family, his community, and his nation and that
he be extended heartfelt best wishes for success and happiness in
the coming years; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for Captain Taylor as an expression of high regard from
the Texas Senate.
Carona
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 20, 2005.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate