Assembly Resolution No. 1272
BY: M. of A. Buttenschon
HONORING James L. McGuire upon the occasion of his
designation as a recipient of an Honor Flight on May
2, 2026
WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York,
who have served so faithfully and courageously in wars in which our
Nation's freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace
during peacetime, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body;
and
WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which these men and women served their country, and must recognize
that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those who gave their
lives for their beloved Nation and to those who continue to be missing
in action; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor James L.
McGuire upon the occasion of his designation as a recipient of an Honor
Flight on Saturday, May 2, 2026; and
WHEREAS, Honor Flights are an opportunity to recognize and thank the
Americans who secured our freedom by bringing them to the Nation's
capital to see the memorials that commemorate their service, giving them
a hero's welcome every step of the way; and
WHEREAS, Participation in an Honor Flight trip gives veterans the
opportunity to share this momentous occasion with other comrades,
remember the fallen, and share their stories and experiences with other
veterans; and
WHEREAS, Currently, the Honor Flight Network commends those who
served during World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and
veterans of any service era who are critically ill; in New York State
alone, more than 5,000 members of our armed services have fulfilled
their wish of visiting our Nation's capital and all its sites and
memorials honoring our country's great history; and
WHEREAS, James L. McGuire is justly deserving of this esteemed
privilege and opportunity for his dedicated service with the United
States Navy beginning in 1966; he completed his basic training in
Davisville, Rhode Island and completed his advanced training at Camp
Lejune in North Carolina; and
WHEREAS, After training, James L. McGuire was quickly deployed to
Chu Lai, Vietnam as a Builder with the renowned United States Naval
Construction Battalions, better known as the "Seabees", who serve with
the motto, "We Build, We Fight"; and
WHEREAS, After nine months, James L. McGuire returned with the rank
of E4 as a Petty Officer Third Class, served on Active Duty for two
years, and remained in service for another two years as a civilian,
ready to return to active duty if called upon; and
WHEREAS, James L. McGuire has been a member of the VFW Post 6001,
where he received a Lifetime Membership for all of his volunteer work,
the VFW Post 8259, American Legion Posts 229 and 161, serving in various
officer roles; and
WHEREAS, In his civilian life, James L. McGuire displayed his
entrepreneurial spirit, starting his own business, Mr. Tree, which
served the communities of the Mohawk Valley; and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited their patriotism both at home and abroad,
these brave men and women of our military have demonstrated their love
for their country and merit forevermore, the highest respect of their
State and Nation; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor James L. McGuire upon the occasion of his designation as a
recipient of an Honor Flight on May 2, 2026; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to James L. McGuire.
