[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 66 (Monday, May 19, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E969-E970]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    MARKING 104 YEARS OF SERVICE TO CALIFORNIA AND THE UNITED STATES

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                          HON. JAMES E. ROGAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 19, 1997

  Mr. ROGAN. Mr. Speaker, our Nation is built upon a foundation of 
great patriots. We owe our liberty to the sacrifices of these men and 
women. The great experiment that has become our Nation sets the 
standard by which all others are judged. As we look back on our 
history, we must not forget those who sacrificed to build our country.
  Paying tribute to these patriots is the role of the Sons of the 
Revolution in the State of California. Founded in 1893, the California 
chapter was established by California residents whose relatives served 
as Revolutionary War soldiers, delegates to the Continental Congress, 
and as early American patriots.
  Membership roles in the Sons of the Revolution read like a who's who 
in American history. Members have served their Nation as Members of 
Congress, Senators, State supreme court justices, high-ranking military 
officials, and as two U.S. Presidents.
  Even more important than the members themselves is the service they 
provide to the general public. Their work in preserving our Nation's 
heritage by providing research facilities and archives for the public 
are a tremendous asset.
  In my district, we are fortunate to have the Sons of the Revolution 
Library. Located in Glendale, CA, this library contains over 30,000 
volumes of genealogical material, Revolutionary history, and texts of 
life in early America. This is one of the largest research libraries of 
its type in California.
  Although their work centers on the study of our past, the Sons of the 
Revolution continue to look forward. The group has established one of 
the most complete on-line reference services available to the public. 
Their web site allows the public to trace their genealogy via computer. 
Their work in providing up-to-date information is revolutionary in its 
own rite. This service is an invaluable resource to anyone interested 
in early American history.
  Mr. Speaker, as we stand on the verge of a new century one cannot 
help but think of our history. As we make decisions which will 
undoubtedly affect our future, I think of a passage from Shakespeare, 
``past is prologue.'' That is certainly no more true than today. Our 
history as a nation has taught the world many great things. For more 
than 100 years the Sons of the Revolution in the State of California 
have carried on the legacy of the American Revolution. For their 
service and their patriotism we offer our respect and sincerest thanks.

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