Mr. Speaker. I rise today to honor the bravery and heroism of Ho FengShan. the Chinese ConsulGeneral stationed in Vienna during World War II. At great risk to his personal safety. Mr. Ho issued Chinese visas to thousands of Austrian Jews. allowing them to flee the country and escape the atrocities of Nazi concentration camps. Despite strict orders from his superiors to stop issuing visas on such a large scale. he refused to abide by these instructions and undoubtedly saved thousands of lives. On August 7. 2000. Mr. Ho was recognized by Yad Vashem with the title. "Righteous among the Nations" for his selfless and courageous actions.