[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 147 (Tuesday, September 12, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1206]
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HONORING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CLIPPARD WILSON TAYLOR VETERANS OF 
                         FOREIGN WARS POST 3838

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                            HON. JASON SMITH

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 12, 2017

  Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the 
Clippard Wilson Taylor Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3838 of Cape 
Girardeau, Missouri on celebrating their 75th anniversary of serving 
veterans and their families as well as the community.
   The Post was chartered on the 20th day of September, 1942 with 44 
members. Since then, it has grown to be one of the largest VFW Posts in 
the state with a current membership of 590, a strong part of the 1.7 
million members of the VFW and its Auxiliary nationally.
   Post 3838 has been instrumental throughout the years fostering 
patriotism in many ways which include teaching flag etiquette at local 
schools and supplying American flags to schools, churches, and parks. 
The Post shows great comradery amongst their war veterans and strives 
to assist fellow veterans in need. The members have lobbied 
successfully for legislation to provide care to veterans and funding 
for the military.
   Throughout their years of service, the members of the Veterans of 
Foreign Wars Post 3838 have remained loyal and dedicated to their 
organization, their country, their members, and the community. 
Therefore, it is my privilege and honor to recognize the Clippard 
Wilson Taylor VFW Post 3838 on celebrating their 75th anniversary 
before the U.S. House of Representatives.

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