Rep. Jenkins Honors Woody Williams

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U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) honored West Virginian and Medal of Honor recipient Hershel "Woody" Williams on the House floor in advance of Williams' 93nd birthday on Sunday, Oct. 2.

Rep. Jenkins recounted not only Williams' heroics at the Battle of Iwo Jima but the personal impact he has had on so many young West Virginians.

"I have two sons that became Eagle Scouts. Very often our local Scout council gets the newly awarded Eagles together, and Woody is invited to come in and spend a little time with the boys and share a few thoughts," Rep. Jenkins said.

"I can't tell you the power of the impact it had on my boys when Woody shook their hand, looked them in the eye and challenged them to conduct their life according to the Scout oath and motto -- to do their duty to God and country. Woody truly embodies that motto."

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