[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 94 (Thursday, June 7, 2018)]
[House]
[Page H4861]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        CONGRATULATING THE UNITED STATES MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMY

  (Mr. SUOZZI asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. SUOZZI. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate the United States 
Merchant Marine Academy, located in Kings Point in my congressional 
district, for 75 years of dedicated service to our country.
  ``Acta non verba,'' the school's motto, means ``deeds, not words,'' 
something we all need to strive for. The midshipmen and graduates of 
the Academy have exemplified the school's motto by faithfully serving 
the United States in times of war and peace, and for that we are all 
eternally grateful.
  Since its founding in 1943, the United States Merchant Marine Academy 
has developed a rich history of military and maritime service. It is 
the only service academy whose students engage in combat during times 
of war. In fact, 142 of its students gave their lives on behalf of our 
country during World War II.
  In 1974, the United States Merchant Marine Academy became the first 
service academy to admit women.
  After the 9/11 terrorist attacks, staff and midshipmen evacuated 
civilians from lower Manhattan and transported first responders and 
supplies to Ground Zero.
  Midshipmen are the backbone of our Nation's maritime industry, and 
they serve as members of the Armed Services as well.
  As a member of the Board of Visitors, I am proud of the United States 
Merchant Marine Academy, their rich history, and the sacrifices its 
students and graduates have made for our great Nation.

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