I was deeply saddened to learn today of
the passing of Neil Armstrong, one of America's greatest heroes and Naval
aviators. On behalf of the Department of
Defense, I express my condolences to the Armstrong family during this difficult
time.
We are bidding farewell to one of our
own. As a decorated Korean War veteran,
as an astronaut for NASA, and as the first man to walk on the moon, Neil
inspired generations of Americans to believe that as a nation we are capable of
achieving greatness that only comes with determination, perseverance, and hard
work.
As a true pioneer, his one small step
showed all mankind the great feats we can accomplish when we set ourselves to
the task. While Neil is no longer with
us, his spirit and his legacy of American achievement and national pride will
live forever.
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