[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 64 (Wednesday, May 8, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E626]
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    WELCOMING THE NINTH HONOR FLIGHT SOUTH ALABAMA TO WASHINGTON, DC

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                            HON. MARTHA ROBY

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 8, 2013

  Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I recognize Honor 
Flight South Alabama and the World War II veterans. This very special 
organization is bringing its ninth flight to Washington, DC on May 8, 
2013. I am honored to insert this tribute in the Record on the 
anniversary of the unconditional surrender of Germany to the allies.
  Founded by the South Alabama Veterans Council, Honor Flight South 
Alabama is an organization whose mission is to fly heroes from Alabama 
to see their national memorial.
  Nearly seven decades have passed since the end of World War II and, 
regrettably, it took nearly this long to complete work on the memorial 
that honors the spirit and sacrifice of the 16 million who served in 
the U.S. Armed Forces and the more than 400,000 who died. Sadly, many 
veterans did not live long enough to see this memorial, yet for those 
veterans still living, Honor Flight provides for many their first--and 
perhaps only--opportunity to see the National World War II Memorial, 
which honors their service and sacrifice.
  During their time in their nation's capital, the veterans will visit 
the World War II Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery, and other 
memorials.
  Mr. Speaker, the May 8, 2013, journey of heroes from South Alabama is 
an appropriate time for us to pause and thank them--and all of the 
soldiers who fought in World War II. They collectively--and literally--
saved the world. They personify the very best America has to offer, and 
I urge my colleagues to take a moment to pay tribute to their selfless 
devotion to our country and the freedoms we enjoy.
  I salute Sid Hamilton and L.C. Malone, veterans from Alabama's Second 
Congressional District who made the trip to Washington. May we never 
forget their valiant deeds and tremendous sacrifices.

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