[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 100 (Tuesday, June 17, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1246]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     NATIONAL D-DAY REMEMBRANCE DAY

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                               speech of

                            HON. STEVE BUYER

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 10, 2008

  Mr. BUYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 1235, a measure 
expressing support for the designation of National D-Day Remembrance 
Day, and recognizing the spirit, courage, and sacrifice of the men and 
women who fought and won World War II.
  On June 6, 1944, the largest sea-borne invasion in military history 
led to the defeat of Hitler and the Nazis' stranglehold on Europe. 
Nearly 7,000 ships and landing craft, loaded with American, British and 
other troops, crossed the English Channel to destroy tyranny and 
restore freedom to Europe. Nearly 3,500 lives were lost in this immense 
display of courage and sacrifice.
  The heroism displayed by the Allied forces on D-day should never be 
forgotten and we should always honor the men and women who saved 
democracy from the shadow of oppression. That is why we should approve 
H.R. 1235 calling on Congress to support the designation of a National 
D-Day Remembrance Day.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to recognize and honor the veterans 
who served on D-day, and join me in supporting this bill thanking them 
for their courage and sacrifice.

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