SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1128

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Terry Nixon for his courageous service on behalf of his nation during the Vietnam War; and

WHEREAS, Terry was a United States Army medic with the 108th Artillery stationed at the Dong Ha combat base in 1968; he and two fellow Texans proudly flew a Texas flag over the medical facility at the base; it was a flag they had requested from the office of Governor John Connally; and

WHEREAS, A highly trained and respected soldier, Terry was awarded the Army Commendation Medal with the V Device for his valorous action on March 8, 1968, when he treated numerous wounded soldiers during an intense rocket attack; in addition, during his tour of duty in Vietnam, Terry's humanitarian efforts included regularly administering medical aid to South Vietnamese villagers; and

WHEREAS, When he left Vietnam, Terry left his Texas flag behind so that his fellow Texans could have the benefit of its good providence and fortune, and eventually the other two Texans returned home safely; Terry is truly deserving of recognition for his honorable service and his sacrifice on behalf of his country; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend Terry Nixon for his exceptional service to our nation during the Vietnam War and extend to him best wishes in all his future endeavors; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Williams

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 23, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate