[Congressional Bills 110th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1122 Engrossed in House (EH)]


                In the House of Representatives, U. S.,

                                                    September 27, 2008.
Whereas Armed Forces Day was created in 1949 as a result of the consolidation of 
        the military services in the Department of Defense;
Whereas the purpose of Armed Forces Day is to honor those serving in the Army, 
        Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard;
Whereas Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in May, which this 
        year is May 17, 2008;
Whereas United States soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines have given 
        tremendous service to the Nation;
Whereas the House of Representatives is committed to supporting all members of 
        the Armed Forces and their families; and
Whereas all Americans express recognition and gratitude for members of the Armed 
        Forces at home and abroad: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives recognizes Armed Forces Day in 
appreciation of the members of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and 
Coast Guard.
            Attest:

                                                                          Clerk.