[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 46 (Tuesday, April 9, 2013)]
[House]
[Page H1840]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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 HONORING THE SERVICE OF THE 3RD U.S. INFANTRY REGIMENT, THE OLD GUARD

  (Mr. PITTENGER asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. PITTENGER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the men and women 
of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, better known as The Old Guard, who, 
for 65 years, have faithfully guarded the Tomb of the Unknowns at 
Arlington National Cemetery.
  Saturday, April 6, was the 65th anniversary of this Honor Guard, 
which continuously watches over the Tomb of the Unknowns 24 hours a 
day, 365 days a year, through all kinds of weather.
  Many don't know that the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment pulls double 
duty, also maintaining tactical readiness, prepared to defend 
Washington in the event of war or other crisis.
  The Tomb, of course, holds the remains of select unknown soldiers 
from World Wars I and II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. While 
only God knows their names, they represent men and women who died 
defending our freedoms. We should all be proud to live in a country 
that continues to honor their sacrifice, a country that doesn't forget 
that freedom isn't free.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join me in thanking the soldiers 
of The Old Guard for their vigilance and dedication.

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