TITLE: Recognizing Edmundo Nieto for his service to his country.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Edmundo Nieto for his service to his country.

FULL TEXT:
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 President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 4, 2017.