In the near future, I intend to introduce legislation designating a bridge in the City of Altoona, Blair County, as the Vietnam War Veteran Sgt. Calvin G. Maguire Memorial Bridge.

Calvin Gene Maguire was born April 3, 1948, in Altoona to William Roy Maguire and Laura Mae Richards Maguire. Sgt. Maguire attended Altoona Area High School. Sgt. Maguire enlisted in the United States Army on February 20, 1967. His tour in Vietnam commenced on May 16, 1969. Sgt. Maguire earned multiple decorations throughout his service, including the Expert Badge for 11-14 Rifle, National Service Defense Medal, Purple Heart, Army Presidential unit Citation, Combat Infantryman Badge, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Gallantry Cross and Vietnam Campaign Medal. Sgt. Maguire was killed in action on July 12, 1969, during his tour in Vietnam.
 
Please join me in cosponsoring this important legislation, honoring the service and sacrifice of Sgt. Calvin G. Maguire.