[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 103 (Thursday, July 18, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1093]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TOWN OF CHAMPLAIN, NEW YORK

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                         HON. WILLIAM L. OWENS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 18, 2013

  Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 225th 
Anniversary of the town of Champlain, NY.
  The French explorer, Samuel De Champlain, was the first European to 
discover and name the lake. Established in 1788, the town was formed 
after Pliny Moore, one of its founders, received a land grant for 
enlisting in the New York militia in 1781 during the American 
Revolution, including extensive shoreline along Lake Champlain. It was 
Moore who remained an essential figure in the town's early development, 
building the first saw mill, becoming the first county judge and 
merchant, and later as a prominent politician, representing Champlain 
in the New York Assembly.
  The town of Champlain also played a vital role during the War of 
1812. In 1814, Champlain was crucial in securing the nation's northern 
border and contributed to the American victory at the Battle of 
Plattsburgh, also known as the Battle of Lake Champlain.
  Situated just outside of the Adirondack Park, today the town is a 
gateway for visitors to many popular attractions including hiking, 
fishing, camping and other outdoor activities. It also contains one of 
the most important commercial gateways on the northern border and is 
central in connecting Quebec, Montreal and New York City, which 
facilitates substantial trade between the US and Canada.
  Over time, its residents have grown in population and in pride, 
recognizing their town's unique history to the area and their country.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating the residents of 
Champlain reaching this milestone.

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