[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 57 (Thursday, April 19, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E599]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING THE ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL MEMORIAL SERVICE AT FORT CHAMBLY

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                         HON. WILLIAM L. OWENS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 19, 2012

  Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the annual 
International Memorial Service at Fort Chambly.
  This memorial serves as a tribute to our fallen heroes who fought 
bravely during the American Revolutionary War, particularly those who 
weathered disease and below freezing temperatures to fight off the 
British on the U.S. and Canadian border.
  The annual memorial service honors the courageous efforts these 
individuals demonstrated in their struggle for America's independence. 
Their service inspired generations of Americans to sacrifice for their 
country, in order to preserve and protect many of the liberties we 
enjoy today.
  With gratitude, we acknowledge the legacies of our fallen heroes with 
great reverence and appreciation. I commend the Saranac Chapter of the 
Daughters of the American Revolution, along with various associated 
organizations and dignitaries for keeping the valiant struggle of these 
individuals in the memories of community members.

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