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THE PARRISH FAMILY
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HON. JAMES COMER
of kentucky
in the house of representatives
Monday, April 19, 2021
Mr. COMER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the bravery and sacrifice of the Parrish Brothers of Burkesville, Kentucky.
Barney, Watson, and Taylor Parrish each honorably served their country during World War II, with Barney paying the ultimate sacrifice. The Parrish Brothers' service to our country did not end after World War II as Watson and Taylor continued defending America during the Korean War. During the war, Watson was seriously wounded and returned to duty less than a week later, where he also paid the ultimate sacrifice. After the Korean War, Taylor returned to Kentucky and continued serving others and raising a family in the First District of Kentucky. The family's sacrifice was awarded two purple hearts and a bronze star.
The legacy of the Parrish family leads us all to reflect on the freedoms we hold dear and the sacrifices American heroes make to protect them. The service and sacrifices they bravely gave should not and will not be forgotten. I join their family in friends to celebrate their legacy and honor their noble service to our country.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 67
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