[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 64 (Thursday, May 10, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E769]
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                        IN HONOR OF OUR VETERANS

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                           HON. CHRIS CANNON

                                of utah

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 9, 2001

  Mr. CANNON. Mr. Speaker, on Memorial Day, we remember those brave men 
and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice for the freedom and 
world stability that we now enjoy. Let us use this day to remember our 
ancestors, our family members, our loved ones, and our friends who have 
given their last full measure of devotion to our country.
  As part of the ongoing celebration, I rise today to honor the Lehi 
American Legion of Utah as well as the Veterans of Foreign Wars. The 
veteran memorial they have constructed in the Third District of Utah, 
which I represent, is a fitting and proper way to honor those who have 
served.
  The Lehi American Post 19 and their 88 members have designed a 
memorial wall which includes over 400 names of veterans that are buried 
in the Lehi cemetery. This memorial stands not only as a tribute to the 
deceased, but as a tribute to the ideals that American soldiers still 
embrace and defend today.
  Many of us celebrate Memorial Day with parades, social gatherings, 
and barbeques, but let us not forget the silent pain of the widows, 
widowers, and orphans of our fallen dead. Let us not forget what 
Memorial Day is really all about: honoring America's fallen heroes. The 
Lehi American Legion's memorial honors over 400 such heroic veterans 
who have served since World War I. Its unique presentation is deserving 
of special attention.
  Mr. Speaker, Memorial Day is a very special day to honor our veterans 
and current service men and women who contribute to our national 
defense. The people of Utah are eternally grateful to them and to their 
families for making such great sacrifices on our behalf.

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