[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 138 (Tuesday, September 13, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1258]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      RECOGNIZING NEW LENOX'S PROUD AMERICAN DAYS MILITARY TRIBUTE

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                            HON. BILL FOSTER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 13, 2016

  Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to highlight New Lenox's annual 
military tribute during Proud American Days. Since 1984, the New Lenox 
Chamber of Commerce has been steadfastly dedicated to the commitments 
and sacrifices of our nation's service members. What started out as a 
small gathering is now one of the largest programs attended in the 
area.
  New Lenox's motto reads, ``The Home of Proud Americans'' and they 
certainly live up to that slogan. On Sunday, July 31, 2016, more than 
two hundred people, including veterans, paid homage to those who have 
sacrificed so much to protect our great nation. These brave Americans 
endured so much so that we can enjoy the freedoms we have today and for 
that, we owe them our eternal gratitude.
  During the tribute this year, the following veterans were recognized:
  Machinist's Mate Second Class Robert Beazley, United States Navy
  Master Sergeant Edward Dima, United States Air Force
  Gunner's Mate Third Class Leonard Kapocius, United States Navy
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to submit these names for all to see, and I 
ask my colleagues to join me in honoring all of our nation's veterans.

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