[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 118 (Tuesday, September 10, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1271]
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     EXTENDING RECOGNITION TO THE BATTLE OF LAKE ERIE BICENTENNIAL 
                              CELEBRATION

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                          HON. JOHN A. BOEHNER

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 10, 2013

  Mr. BOEHNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize America's victory 
at the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812.
  On September 10, 1813, Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry led the American 
Navy into battle against the British Navy. At the beginning of the 
battle, Perry hoisted his battle flag which read, ``Don't Give up the 
Ship.'' Commodore Perry along with 557 patriots succeeded with a 
significant victory which ensured America's control of Lake Erie for 
the remainder of the war.
  200 years later, we are recognizing this battle near Put-In-Bay for 
securing the Northern Frontier. We gather at Lake Erie to celebrate 
Commodore Perry's victory, the impact this battle had in the War of 
1812, and the long-lasting peace between nations.
  We remember that freedom is never free and that many have made the 
ultimate sacrifice, so that we may enjoy the freedoms our forefathers 
envisioned. Their service and dedication to country breathes life into 
the fabric of our nation.
  On behalf of the United States Congress, I proudly salute Commodore 
Perry, the American Navy, and the American people on the Battle of Lake 
Erie Bicentennial Celebration.

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