[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 78 (Tuesday, June 14, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1207]
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HONORING THE AMERICAN AIRPOWER MUSEUM, THE DISCOVERY NETWORK'S MILITARY 
  CHANNEL, AND CABLEVISION FOR THEIR TRIBUTE TO LONG ISLAND WOMEN WHO 
                      HAVE SERVED IN THE MILITARY

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                           HON. STEVE ISRAEL

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 13, 2005

  Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor three organizations: 
the American Airpower Museum, the Discovery Network's Military Channel, 
and Cablevision. Each of these organizations has taken tremendous time 
and effort to pay tribute to and acknowledge Long Island women who have 
served in the military. They have shown their deep appreciation for 
servicewomen by supporting a recent event that honored Long Island 
women who have served in the military.
  Women have played a crucial, role in our country's military history. 
They have served both on the home front and in combat throughout World 
War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm and 
now, in our ongoing conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Over the last 
century, the contributions made to our nation's military forces by 
women are immeasurable. From the medics and support personnel of World 
War II, to the women currently serving in combat abroad, our Army, 
Navy, Air Force and Marines have been increasingly reliant on the 
heroism and leadership of our women in uniform. These esteemed women 
deserve to be recognized for their bravery and dedication and for the 
sacrifices they have made for our country.
  For this reason, I commend both Long Island women who have served in 
the military and those who have made the effort to acknowledge their 
commitment, particularly, the American Airpower Museum, the Discovery 
Network's Military Channel, and Cablevision. It is crucial to take the 
time to recognize those who have made great sacrifices for our country.
  Once again, I commend and hold in the highest esteem the women who 
have served in the military along with these three organizations that 
have taken the time and effort to acknowledge these women who have 
played such a crucial role in our country's history.

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