New York J 1254: Congratulating Alexander Swanson upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout

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J01254 Summary:

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07/11/2025REFERRED TO FINANCE

01/13/2026REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION

01/13/2026ADOPTED

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Senate Resolution No. 1254

BY: Senator HINCHEY

 COMMENDING John H. French posthumously upon the
 occasion of his designation as recipient of a
 Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an
 individual by the New York State Senate

 WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York,
who have served so valiantly and honorably in wars in which this
country's freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace
in peacetime, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body; and

 WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend John H.
French posthumously upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the
New York State Senate; this momentous occasion will be celebrated on
Monday, July 28, 2025, at the Columbia County Honor a Veteran Ceremony
in Hudson, New York; and

 WHEREAS, The New York State Senate Liberty Medal was established by
Resolution and is awarded to individuals who have merited special
commendation for exceptional, heroic, or humanitarian acts on behalf of
their fellow New Yorkers; and

 WHEREAS, John Harpin French was born on September 6, 1922, to
Raymond and Clara French in Hartford, Connecticut, and grew up in
Mellenville, New York, where he graduated from Philmont High School in
1940; and

 WHEREAS, Prior to his military service, John H. French worked as an
industrial tractor operator and subsequently enlisted in the United
States Army on January 13, 1943, in Hudson, New York; and

 WHEREAS, Following basic training, Private First Class (PFC) John H.
French received specialized instruction as a Fumigation and Bath Man
(706), responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining equipment
used to disinfect clothing, equipment, and personnel from environmental
or chemical hazards in war zones; and

 WHEREAS, PFC John H. French served honorably in the European Theater
of Operations with the 872 Quartermaster Company, participating in
military campaigns in the Rhineland and Central Europe; and

 WHEREAS, After serving one year and 23 days overseas, PFC John H.
French returned to the United States and was honorably discharged at
Fort Meade, Maryland, on November 25, 1945; and

 WHEREAS, For his dedicated service to his country, PFC John H.
French received the European-African-Middle Eastern (EAME) Service
Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, the American Theater Service Medal, and
the World War II Victory Medal; and

 WHEREAS, Following his military service, John H. French returned to
Columbia County, where he met and married Edna Mannetta on September 22,
1946, and together they raised three sons: Jeffrey, Mark, and Lee; and

 WHEREAS, John H. French worked as an Engineering Production Analyst
for IBM in Kingston, New York, contributing to the development and
innovation of engineering technologies; and

 WHEREAS, Furthermore, he remained a devoted member of his community,
actively participating in numerous organizations including the Minkler
Seery American Legion, Ghent Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Mellenville
Volunteer Fire Company, Columbia County Volunteer Firefighter's
Association, Hudson Valley Volunteer Fireman's Association, and the Free
and Accepted Masons Agawamuck Lodge No. 841; and

 WHEREAS, John H. French was also a committed congregant of the
Philmont Methodist Church, a Little League coach, Soap Box Derby
committeeman, and a member of the Claverack Senior Citizens; and

 WHEREAS, John Harpin French died on March 31, 2009, at the Firemen's
Home in Hudson, New York, at the age of 85, predeceased by Edna, his
beloved wife of 57 years, and leaving behind a lasting legacy through
his three sons, eight grandchildren, and twelve great-grandchildren; and

 WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which these men and women served their country, and must recognize
that no