[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 76 (Tuesday, May 9, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E972]
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                        THE YEAR OF THE VETERAN

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                            HON. RON PACKARD

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 9, 1995
  Mr. PACKARD. Mr. Speaker, one thing has remained constant throughout 
our Nation's history: The unquestioned loyalty, dedication, and bravery 
of our military personnel. As we mark the fiftieth anniversary of V-E 
Day, we must never forget the price that our troops paid. The sacrifice 
made by our fighting men and women should never be forgotten.
  Driven by a sense of duty, our troops stormed the beaches of Inchon 
and Iwo Jima, staved off encirclements at Bastogne and Chosan, went 
head-to-head with superior numbers at Guadalcanal and Midway, and came 
away victorious. From the battle at Concord Bridge to the final actions 
in Somalia, American troops have proven to the world that they are the 
best in the world.
  In my home State of California, Governor Pete Wilson, the county of 
San Diego, and the cities of San Marcos and Escondido have already 
proclaimed 1995 as the Year of the Veteran. These proclamations call on 
all to remember those that were so quick to answer the call in 
America's time of need.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join me in honoring all of the 
brave men and women who have put on the uniform to defend their country 
by proclaiming 1995 the Year of the Veteran.


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