[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 160 (Tuesday, November 12, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1636]
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       IN RECOGNITION OF THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE VIETNAM WAR

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                        HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 12, 2013

  Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 50th 
anniversary of the Vietnam War, and to honor the men and women who 
proudly served in the United States Armed Forces during this turbulent 
period in history.
  Our nation will never be able to fully express the heartfelt 
gratitude we have for our veterans. The debt that we owe them is 
immeasurable. Time and again, our servicemen and women have stepped 
forward to defend the freedoms we enjoy today.
  American veterans are a cornerstone of society. Past generations 
helped build up this great country and did not hesitate to answer the 
call of duty. As we remember their selfless actions, it is my hope that 
citizens everywhere take time to speak with the veterans in their 
family and community. Thank them for their service, and ask them about 
their role in defending our country. Helping veterans pass on their 
priceless wisdom and memories to future generations is one of the best 
ways we can honor them today.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in commemorating this 50th anniversary of 
the Vietnam War. [ask that my colleagues rise and join me in thanking 
our veterans, past and present, for the sacrifices they have made in 
service to the United States of America.

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