Robert Aderholt: “Johnny Michael Spann, the world found out today, is the first American known to have died in combat in Afghanistan.…”

“Johnny Michael Spann, the world found out today, is the first American known to have died in combat in Afghanistan. Having grown up in Winfield, Alabama, he served in the United States Marine Corps, and was a Central Intelligence Agency officer when he was killed during the prison riot at Mazar-e Sharif. Winfield, Alabama, is in the congressional district I represent, and only a few miles from my hometown. I am currently preparing a resolution to honor Mr. Spann in his service for his country. He was 32 years old and a father of three, and I extend my condolences to his family, and ask that all Americans keep his family in their prayers in the days to come.”