110 HRES 902 IH: To commemorate the 230th Anniversary of the U.S. House of Representatives 2007-12-19 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain.

IV 110th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 902 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES December 19, 2007 Mrs. Gillibrand submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources RESOLUTION To commemorate the 230th Anniversary of the Battles of Saratoga and the significance this event played in winning American independence and spreading the ideals of freedom and democracy throughout the world.

Whereas the victory at the Battles of Saratoga during America’s Revolution should forever be remembered as the place where a newly formed American army overwhelmingly defeated a world-class British army, a victory so powerful that it drew international allies and turned the tide to ultimately win independence for the United States of America; Whereas the victory is considered the Turning Point in the American Revolution, drawing international allies and turning the tide to ultimately win independence for the United States of America; Whereas the 1777 Battles of Saratoga are considered one of the 15 most important battles in world history; Whereas the 1777 Battles of Saratoga were rated worldwide as the most important battles of the millennium in the New York Times Millennium issue; Whereas Saratoga National Historical Park is a significant historic site that preserves and protects cultural resources associated with winning American independence; Whereas Saratoga National Historical Park honors those who served their country and the causes for which they made their sacrifices; Whereas Saratoga National Historical Park educates the public about the sites and events related to the Battles of Saratoga and its legacy, which inspires people throughout the world to this day; and Whereas Saratoga National Historical Park combines a scenic and natural sanctuary as well as a richly-monumented landscape significant in the early commemorative movement to build a shared American identity: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1)recognizes the 230th anniversary of the Battles of Saratoga, known as a significant event in American history; (2)recognizes that Saratoga National Historical Park is hosting the commemoration of the 230th Anniversary; (3)calls upon the President of the United States to issue a proclamation encouraging people of the United States to visit Saratoga National Historical Park on the occasion of the 230th anniversary; (4)encourages participation for all Americans to learn how the Battles of Saratoga have left a lasting legacy about our Nation’s beginnings; and (5)commends the contributions of those who sacrificed their lives at Saratoga for their belief in creating a free and independent America.