[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 160 (Tuesday, December 7, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2067]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


   SUPPORTING DESIGNATION OF A NATIONAL VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT WEEK

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                               speech of

                           HON. BETTY SUTTON

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 30, 2010

  Ms. SUTTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H. Res. 1644. This 
resolution expresses support for the designation of a National Veterans 
History Project week, recognizing a truly incredible program that 
honors our veterans.
  The National Veterans History project collects the personal 
narratives and mementos of our veterans, in order to preserve a rich 
history of the brave men and women who have so honorably served our 
country. The project--administered by the American Folklife Center of 
the Library of Congress--allows veterans and interested parties to 
register and acquire a free field kit to participate.
  This year marks the 10th anniversary of a project that has already 
collected more than 70,000 oral histories--ensuring the preservation of 
these stories for generations to come. This educational project 
provides people of all ages the opportunity to learn an important 
history of the meanings of service, sacrifice, and democracy--directly 
from many of those who have honored those values.
  I am honored that so many veterans of the 13th district of Ohio have 
shared their incredible stories with me--all of which are deserving of 
being shared with the world. Our support for the National Veterans 
History project will help make that happen.

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