On the recordFebruary 14, 2019
At the age of 93, on February 5, America lost another hero from our Greatest Generation. I rise today to honor the life of Robert Martin of Spring Hill, Arkansas, for his heroic actions in World War II and his life of service. Mr. Martin enrolled in the Army on June 6, 1944, a day we know as D- day. We think of it as the beginning of the end of the war; although, it was just the beginning of his service. But he had a lot of service to give. During his time overseas in the war, he served in England, France, Belgium, Holland, and Germany. Mr. Martin fought in the Battle of the Bulge, was wounded in December of 1944 and January and February of 1945, and spent several months in the hospital recovering from serious injuries. Upon his return to the U.S., he was awarded three Purple Hearts, a Bronze Star Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Prisoner of War Medal, a World War II Victory Medal, and several others. Mr. Martin was a proud resident of Arkansas and became known as the community historian to everyone who lived in Spring Hill, sharing his stories with anyone who would listen. Mr. Martin was a true American hero. He spent his life serving his fellow man, and, for this, we remember his legacy. It is with great pride that I honor Mr. Robert Martin. ____________________
