[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 40 (Tuesday, March 19, 2013)]
[Senate]
[Page S1946]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  RECOGNIZING PRICE OF FREEDOM MUSEUM

  Mr. BURR. Madam President, I rise today to recognize the Price of 
Freedom Museum in China Grove, NC. The Price of Freedom Museum strives 
to pay tribute to those Americans who have made the ultimate sacrifice 
in the fight for freedom.
  Bob Mault began collecting and preserving uniforms and military 
artifacts from all branches of the armed forces more than 40 years ago. 
These artifacts were first showcased in Mr. Mault's gas station in the 
1970s, with the hope that others who saw these artifacts might be able 
to truly understand the price of freedom.
  Thanks to the efforts of Mr. Mault's friend Frank Albright, many 
volunteers and donations, these military artifacts have now found a 
home at the Old Patterson School Complex, and I understand the 
historical collection now consists of more than 5,000 military 
artifacts--each representing a very unique and individual story. This 
collection now provides an educational and patriotic experience for all 
who see it.
  It is always inspiring to hear of the efforts made by American 
citizens to pay tribute and give life to the stories of those who have 
made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. We must always 
endeavor to remember those who have died so that we may live in 
freedom.

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