The public office of U.S. Congressman Kenny Marchant offers the opportunity for veterans in the 24th district to participate in the Library of Congress' Veterans History Project. The project preserves and makes accessible the personal accounts of American war veterans so that future generations may better understand the realities of war.
Robert Lee Swofford is a local veteran of the 24th district of Texas who gave Rep. Marchant's office permission to share his video with you. Robert served in the Army Air Corp during World War II. A remarkable portion of Robert's story involves his 5th mission during WWII. You'll learn about the story when his plane was shot down by the enemy and his brave response that earned him the high military decoration of a Distinguished Flying Cross. If you are a veteran in the 24th district who would like to participate, please contact Rep. Marchant's veterans and military affairs liaison, John Hayes at 972-556-0162.