[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 183 (Tuesday, December 8, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2914]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING AND HONORING THE NATIONAL GUARD ON ITS 373RD ANNIVERSARY

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                               speech of

                       HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, December 7, 2009

  Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in 
support of H. Res. 940 recognizing and honoring the National Guard on 
the occasion of its 373rd anniversary.
  The security and freedom we enjoy in the United States of America is 
due in great part to the sacrifices made by the oldest component of the 
Armed Forces, the National Guard. From the Revolutionary War to the 
latest military operations in the Middle East, the Citizen-Soldiers of 
the National Guard have competently responded to the call of duty. In 
addition to serving overseas, these men and women make up the forces in 
the state divisions, such as the Texas National Guard, and have been 
key in serving the local community during natural disasters and civil 
emergencies.
  As we reflect on the 68th anniversary of Pearl Harbor this week, it 
reminds us of the ultimate sacrifice members of the National Guard have 
bravely made, and will continue to make, for our country. I urge my 
colleagues to join me in supporting H. Res. 940 to recognize and honor 
the National Guard on the occasion of its 373rd anniversary.

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