[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 76 (Wednesday, May 3, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E590-E591]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING THE DISABLED VETERANS MEMORIAL IN UNION, MISSOURI

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                        HON. BLAINE LUETKEMEYER

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 3, 2017

  Mr. LUETKEMEYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Disabled 
Veterans Memorial in Union, Missouri. The memorial is located in 
Veterans Memorial Park which broke ground in 2013 to provide nearly 44 
acres of multi-use facilities for the Union community. This dedication 
of this beautiful memorial is taking place on Sunday, May 7, 2017. May 
7th also marks a historic day when, in 1945, Nazi Germany 
unconditionally surrendered to the allies at Reims, France, ending 
World War II in the European theater. I can think of no better day to 
reflect on the sacrifices that our men and women in uniform make every 
day. This day of dedication will feature numerous members of the Union 
community and local veterans including: pastors, legion honor guard, 
and local high school bands.
   This memorial has been 20 years in the making and would not be a 
reality without the dedication of stakeholders throughout Missouri. The 
memorial has been funded through private donations from individuals and 
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within the community. With the cost for this memorial totaling around 
$240,000, this major undertaking clearly demonstrates the commitment of 
these citizens to bringing honor and distinction to the Disabled 
Veterans of Missouri and the United States. The memorial not only 
honors the Disabled Veterans that served so proudly, but also honors 
Prisoners of War and those who are Missing in Action. Additionally, 
this memorial is endorsed by the National Paralyzed Veterans of America 
and the Franklin County Disabled Veterans of America.
   I ask you to join me in recognizing the Disabled Veterans Memorial 
in Union, Missouri. This memorial will show the gratitude we feel as a 
nation for those who have worn the uniform and sacrificed so much for 
this great nation.

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