Mark Alford: “Today, I rise to honor an extraordinary individual, Sergeant Dennis Mills, as our Veteran of the Month. Drafted into the…”

“Today, I rise to honor an extraordinary individual, Sergeant Dennis Mills, as our Veteran of the Month. Drafted into the U.S. Marine Corps at the age of 20, Sergeant Mills exemplified bravery and dedication in some of the most difficult conditions imaginable during the Vietnam war. Assigned to the First Reconnaissance Battalion of the 1st Marine Division, he led approximately 40 reconnaissance patrols. On a day that started as a beautiful morning on April 1, 1970, at Camp Reasoner, tragedy struck when a member of his patrol triggered a landmine. Despite sustaining severe injuries, Sergeant Mills' courage never wavered. He was medically evacuated after suffering injuries to both legs, his left arm, and receiving shrapnel wounds to his back. For his valor, Sergeant Mills was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal with Combat ``V'' and the Purple Heart. Mr. Speaker, I thank Sergeant Dennis Mills for his service and his sacrifice for our great Nation. He is a true hero. Small Business of the Month, Energy Transport Solutions”