[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 139 (Wednesday, September 14, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1270]
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

                     Wednesday, September 14, 2016

  Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to highlight New Lenox's Park 
District's Proud American Days Military Tribute. Since 1984, the New 
Lenox Community Park District 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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