USS JOHN FINN DDG 113. Sister ship USS Oscar Austin.

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USS JOHN FINN DDG 113

Sister ship USS Oscar Austin

IN HONOR OF JAMES J. SWEENEY -- HON. PATRICK MEEHAN (Extensions of Remarks - March 29, 2012) HON. PATRICK MEEHAN OF PENNSYLVANIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, March 29, 2012 Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor John Sweeney of Havertown, Pennsylvania. Mr. Sweeney entered the United States Navy after graduating from high school in 1943, and served aboard the USS Hancock. The Hancock took part in some of World War II's most pivotal battles, including the invasions of the Philippines, Iwo Jima and Okinawa. Mr. Sweeney was honored for his heroic service and awarded the Philippines Liberation Medal, two Battle Stars and a Presidential Unit Commendation. It was during his time in the Navy, that Mr. Sweeney befriended his shipmate, John Finn. Lt. Finn received the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions at Pearl Harbor. During the Japanese surprise attack, Lt. Finn manned his machine gun and fought off the Japanese Zeroes for two and half hours even as he took an onslaught of bullets and shrapnel. And for the past nine years, John Sweeney has tirelessly worked to honor Lt. John Finn, who passed away in On February 15th, 2011, those efforts proved successful as the Navy announced that a new guided missile destroyer will be named the USS John Finn. For these efforts Mr. Sweeney is being honored by American Legion Post 667 in Havertown. On behalf of a grateful nation, I congratulate Mr. Sweeney on his efforts to ensure that Lt. Finn's name and legacy lives on, and for his service during World War II, reflecting great credit upon himself and the United States Navy.

Jims first letter To the Navy February 12 th 2003

Jim’s response from the Navy June 17 th 2008

John Finn at Post 667 with Jim Sweeney

Jim Sweeney Manoa Post 667 thanks you, and commends you for your dedication to our country, the US Navy and Post 667,