[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 69 (Thursday, May 8, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E709]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              THE VETERANS OF PENNSYLVANIA'S 11TH DISTRICT

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                           HON. LOU BARLETTA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 8, 2014

  Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the brave men and women 
from Pennsylvania's 11th district who served our country during World 
War II and the Korean War.
   Today, many of Central Pennsylvania's veterans have travelled to 
Washington, DC to view the monuments erected in their honor and pay 
respects to the soldiers who gave the ultimate sacrifice and are laid 
to rest in Arlington National Cemetery. In WWII and the Korean War, 
these individuals fought courageously and valiantly against enemy 
forces to protect the freedoms of not only Americans, but also people 
throughout the world. It is important that we continue to ensure that 
these American heroes receive the honor and respect that they deserve. 
This trip demonstrates that we as a state and as a country will never 
forget the debt we owe those who have worn our nation's uniform.
   Mr. Speaker, the men and women who served in our nation's armed 
forces provided an invaluable service to sustain our country's freedom. 
Therefore, I thank these individuals and their families for their 
sacrifice and commend them for their dedication to preserving our 
American way of life.

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