[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 127 (Wednesday, August 2, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1579]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                    SALUTING FREEDOM FLIGHT AMERICA

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                           HON. HENRY BONILLA

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 1, 1995
  Mr. BONILLA. Mr. Speaker, this year, the 50th anniversary of the end 
of World War II, we have much to be thankful for. As Americans, we are 
blessed to live in the greatest and most free Nation in the history of 
mankind. The freedom we enjoy today is the result of the sacrifices of 
millions of Americans during that war 50 years ago.
  Not only must we honor those who sacrificed for our freedom, we must 
never forget the titanic global battle to protect freedom. On August 2 
and 3 the people of El Paso will be honoring our great victory in a 
truly remarkable fashion when Freedom Flight America arrives.
  Freedom Flight America is a coast to coast Journey featuring hundreds 
of World War II vintage aircraft. Some of the aircraft that won the 
war--DC-3's, T-6s, F-4U Corsairs and P-51 mustangs--will be on view. 
This remarkable display will entertain and educate the people of El 
Paso on the role of American airpower in the defeat of global tyranny. 
I salute the organizers of the event and extend my support for this 
undertaking.
  God bless our airmen, young and old, present and departed and God 
bless America.


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