III 109th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 306 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 10, 2005 Mr. Akaka (for himself and Mr. Bond) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing that Veterans Day is a day to honor all veterans of the Army and to support the Army Freedom Team Salute’s mission to recognize the unsung heroes who have served this country.

Whereas Army personnel have for 230 years answered the call to duty by becoming guardians and defenders of America’s freedoms; Whereas millions of Army veterans selflessly served this Nation and their legacy of duty has reigned in their continued support of the mission of the Army; Whereas the Army appreciates the sacrifices these courageous men and women have made in answering the call to duty by choosing a life of service; Whereas the 83rd Congress created Veterans Day as a national day of observance to commemorate the heroes who served in the Armed Forces and the Army recognizes the importance of honoring those who have served their country; and Whereas the Army created the Freedom Team Salute program to provide a way for the United States and the Army to thank its veterans: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate recognizes that November 11, 2005, Veterans Day, is a day to honor all Army veterans and supports the Army Freedom Team Salute’s mission to recognize the unsung heroes who have served this country.