SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 573
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
	recognize Edmundo Nieto for his selfless military service during
	and after World War II; and
	WHEREAS, Edmundo Nieto was born on March 29, 1919, in
	Presidio; he earned a business degree from Saint Edward's
	University, and he returned to his hometown soon after the bombing
	of Pearl Harbor to prepare himself for serving his country; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Nieto served with distinction in the 933rd
	Field Artillery Battalion of the United States Army; he was first
	sent to Africa, where his battalion was in charge of transporting
	ammunition to stationed units, and he later served in the
	European Theater in areas of France, Germany, and Italy; and
	WHEREAS, Although he was hit with shrapnel while walking
	near a bridge that the Germans were attempting to bomb, Mr. Nieto
	never directly participated in combat missions; he worked with
	his battalion to ensure that fellow soldiers had the tools and
	supplies they needed to succeed on the battlefield; after the
	war, he spent three months with occupation forces in Europe, and
	he was honored with cords from the French armed forces and with
	five service medals; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Nieto witnessed the hardships of war and the
	absolute horror of concentration camps, yet he is grateful for the
	experiences he had and for having met an array of people from
	different cultures who helped broaden his understanding of the
	world; and
	WHEREAS, Edmundo Nieto is a beloved patriot and a treasured
	citizen of the Lone Star State; he demonstrated the highest ideals
	of service in defense of the nation, and the country will forever
	owe him a tremendous debt of gratitude; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
	Legislature, hereby commend Edmundo Nieto for his service on
	behalf of his fellow citizens and for his heroism and valor
	during World War II; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
	him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
	Lucio
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on April 4, 2017.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate