[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 68 (Thursday, May 26, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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                TRIBUTE TO UKRAINIAN VETERANS OF AMERICA

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                          HON. SANDER M. LEVIN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 26, 1994

  Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, the Ukrainian Veterans of America [UVA] must 
be commended today not only for the distinguished service they provided 
to the United States in wartime, but also for their tireless commitment 
to keeping the spirit of democracy alive in America. The UVA reminds us 
all of the importance of freedom and democracy by commemorating their 
fallen comrades and gathering to mark the anniversary of D-day.
  The Ukrainian-American soldiers who fought for the United States with 
honor and pride have often been fighting for their adopted country. 
This fact underscores the allegiance of the Ukrainian people to 
democracy and freedom. Indeed, the UVA mandates respect for the ideals 
of American democracy, and commitment to the preservation of their 
Ukrainian heritage. To this end, the UVA actively supports a peaceful 
transition of Ukraine to a free and democratic society.
  Michigan Post 101 is a model of unity and action among Ukrainian 
veterans. Since their formal installation in 1984, members of Post 101 
in Warren have worked to expand membership and become more deeply 
involved in community and Ukrainian affairs. In 1988, as the largest 
UVA post in America, Post 101 reached out in support of Ukrainian human 
rights activists, working closely with other veterans' groups and human 
rights organizations in their efforts.
  I am proud to have such an active and hardworking group in our 
district. This year, they are hosting Ukrainian-American veterans who 
served in World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and the Persian Gulf as they 
gather for the national convention in Warren. Post 101 of the Ukrainian 
Veterans of America has grown into a tremendous source of unity and 
patriotism to all citizens in our community. I commend the members of 
Post 101 and the members of the ladies' auxiliary for their success in 
upholding the ideals of democracy and promoting a patriotic spirit.

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