[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 172 (Wednesday, November 7, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2348-E2349]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   CELEBRATING PHILADELPHIA-MONTGOMERY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY'S VETERANS 
                     HISTORY PROJECT PARTICIPATION

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                        HON. ALLYSON Y. SCHWARTZ

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 7, 2007

  Ms. SCHWARTZ. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor and congratulate 
Philadelphia-Montgomery Christian Academy in Springfield Township, PA 
on their outstanding participation in the Veterans History Project of 
the Library of Congress. Students and teachers have contributed their 
time and skills to preserving the remarkable experiences of our war 
veterans from all service branches, from World War I to the present day 
Iraq War, as well as the civilians who supported them. I am privileged 
to represent these students and teachers in Congress.
  The Veterans History Project preserves the legacy of those who have 
served through the

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establishment of a permanent national collection, housed in the Library 
of Congress, of videotaped and recorded interviews, written memoirs, 
and wartime letters, diaries, and photographs. Stories and materials 
are available to anyone visiting the Library. In addition, a Web page 
is created for each veteran who contributes an interview.
  As our Nation's World War II and Korean Veterans grow older, it is 
critical that we record their stories. Their experiences offer a 
priceless window into their dedication and love of country. As the 
daughter of a Korean War veteran, this effort has special personal 
meaning for me. We have much to learn from those who have served our 
Nation, and I wholeheartedly support this important project.
  On this Veterans Day, November 12, 2007, I am proud to recognize 
Philadelphia-Montgomery Christian Academy's Veterans History Project 
participation at a special event, Preserving Their Stories: A Salute to 
Veterans History Project Volunteers, at the Hiway Theatre in 
Jenkintown. This special celebration will bring together Americans, 
both young and old, with veterans of all ages, to honor their common 
service to their fellow citizens and country.
  Madam Speaker, once again I congratulate all of the Veterans History 
Project participants for their contributions to capturing the 
experiences of war veterans, thus honoring the lives and contributions 
of these extraordinary Americans.

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