The Most Romantic Story In Congress

Love triumphs over oceans, war and politics.

This is Congressman Sam Johnson from Texas.

This is Congressman Sam Johnson from Texas.

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While in ROTC at Southern Methodist University, he married his high school sweetheart. His ROTC class was called up to serve in Korea upon graduation.

While in ROTC at Southern Methodist University, he married his high school sweetheart. His ROTC class was called up to serve in Korea upon graduation.

Via: adclassix.com

Johnson flew 87 combat missions during the Korean and Vietnam wars.

Johnson flew 87 combat missions during the Korean and Vietnam wars.

Johnson's F-4 Phantom II was shot down during Vietnam.

Johnson's F-4 Phantom II was shot down during Vietnam.

Via: en.wikipedia.org


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