Commending Commander Carlos Del Toro ; Hon. Lincoln Diaz-Balart of Florida in the House of Representatives.

Abstract

Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, on December 8, 2001, Commander Carlos Del Toro will take command of the USS Bulkeley, the newest Aegis Guided Missile Destroyer. The USS Bulkeley is named in honor of Vice Admiral John D. Bulkeley. Vice Admiral Bulkeley was a true hero, serving our nation through 55 years of active duty. From his role in the landing at Normandy to his role as Commander of the U.S. Naval Base at Guantanamo, he served our country with loyalty and honor.