[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 23 (Tuesday, February 9, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E179]
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     HONORING THE UNITED STATES NAVAL RESERVE ON ITS 84TH BIRTHDAY

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                            HON. RON PACKARD

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 9, 1999

  Mr. PACKARD. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
congratulate the United States Naval Reserve on their 84 years of 
dedicated service. Comprised of 94,000 men and women, the Naval Reserve 
is an integral part of the United States military force.
  Authorized on March 3, 1915 by the Naval Appropriations Act, the U.S. 
Naval Reserve is one of the world's largest and most well trained 
forces. Originally intended to be comprised of former active duty 
sailors, the Naval Reserve now consists of former officers, former 
enlisted men and women and volunteers. This gives them their reputation 
of being the military force that brings the best ``Bang for the Buck.''
  Mr. Speaker, our Naval Reserve brings tremendous contributions to our 
Armed Services and our Nation. As a former Naval Reserve Officer, it is 
with great pride that I extend my most heartfelt thanks for their 84 
years of dedication and service.

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