September 17, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 149 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1159]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF REVIS BROWN

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                             HON. MIKE BOST

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 17, 2019

  Mr. BOST. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of Revis 
Brown of Anna, Illinois, who passed away peacefully earlier this month. 
Revis, born on August 5, 1926, was a decorated World War II and Korean 
War veteran who served his country as a member of the U.S. Marine 
Corps.
  Immediately after graduating high school, Revis enlisted to serve his 
country in the Pacific during World War II. While fighting in the 
Battle of Iwo Jima, Revis was blasted and wounded with shrapnel, but 
continued to fight on bravely. Though some of this shrapnel remained in 
his back for the rest of his life, Revis selflessly reenlisted to fight 
in the Korean War. After his service was finished, Revis worked for the 
U.S. Geological Survey. Revis Brown was a hero during wartime and an 
exemplary citizen during times of peace. He was the definition of a 
true American, and we wish his family and friends our prayers in their 
time of mourning.
  Madam Speaker, please join me in honoring Corporal Revis Brown for 
his service to our country and his contributions to Southern Illinois. 
May he rest in peace.

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