Today, January 12th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Clinton’s Henry Langrehr.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an incredible veteran from my district for his service to our country and Eastern Iowa.
Henry Langrehr of Clinton served in Europe during World War II with the 82nd Airborne Division. Because of his heroic and brave actions in France, he received two Bronze Stars, two Purple Hearts, and the French Legion of Honor
Henry was a paratrooper who flew on a C-47 transport plane across the English Channel before being dropped into Normandy on D-Day during the Allied invasion. During the campaign, Henry was injured by shrapnel and taken as a German prisoner of war. He successfully escaped a Nazi work camp and made his way back to his countrymen.
Henry always makes sure to praise Arlene, his wife of nearly 80 years. While Henry was in Europe, Arlene worked twelve hours a day, seven days a week, making machine gun stands needed for the war effort. A real-life Rosie the Riveter.
I am incredibly grateful to have amazing Americans like Henry and Arlene living in our district. Thank you both for your incredible service to and love for the United States, Iowa, and Clinton.
Thank you, I yield back my time.
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