[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 164 (Monday, November 18, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1695]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 IN RECOGNITION OF CANADIAN CITIZENS WHO SERVED IN THE ARMED FORCES OF 
                THE UNITED STATES DURING THE VIETNAM WAR

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                            HON. JOHN KLINE

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, November 18, 2013

  Mr. KLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the thousands 
of Canadians who selflessly served in the Armed Forces of the United 
States during the Vietnam War.
  These Veterans swore to protect and defend the Constitution of the 
United States and served honorably as members of our Armed Forces at a 
time when America faced many challenges at home and abroad.
  Of the thousands of Canadian citizens who were drafted or volunteered 
to serve, over three thousand became naturalized U.S. citizens between 
1967 and 1975. Others became citizens later, but many, with their 
obligation completed, returned in obscurity to their homes in Canada. 
Additionally, more than one hundred Canadians lost their lives in 
service to our country.
  Canadians who served honorably in the Armed Forces of the United 
States are deserving of the recognition they have earned--their service 
to this country is worthy of our highest regard.
  To my fellow Vietnam Veterans, thank you for your dedicated service 
and sacrifice. Your devotion to the cause of freedom has not gone 
unnoticed.

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