[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 70 (Tuesday, April 30, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E509-E510]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        IN RECOGNITION OF THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF EXERCISE TIGER

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                        HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 30, 2019

  Mr. KEATING. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 75th 
anniversary of Exercise Tiger and the 30th anniversary of its monument 
being erected in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
  Dedicated in 1989, this monument honors the lives lost during the 
attack on Exercise Tiger, a military training operation that was 
ambushed by a German flotilla on April 28, 1944. This brutal surprise 
attack, mounted during a D-Day dry run off the coast of Devon, England, 
claimed the lives of 749 United States service members in the second 
deadliest episode of World War II behind Pearl Harbor. This proud 
memorial will serve as a reminder for generations to come of the 
service of the men and women who fought in World War II and the 
sacrifices that were made to protect the United States and banner of 
peace and democracy across the world.
  As we observe the 75th anniversary of this tragic loss of life, we 
are reminded of the high price paid by those who have laid down their 
lives in defense of our country. I would like to extend a special 
thanks to the City of New Bedford and the dedicated members of its 
veteran community, who continue to inspire through their dedication to 
preserving history and honoring the legacy of our proud service 
members.
  Madam Speaker, it brings me great pleasure to recognize the 30th 
anniversary of this important monument and to call attention yet again 
to the memory of all those who tragically lost their lives during 
Exercise Tiger.

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