[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 50 (Wednesday, March 17, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E264]
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                    IN RECOGNITION OF BEDFORD COUNTY

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                            HON. JOHN JOYCE

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 17, 2021

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise to celebrate the 
250th anniversary of Bedford County, Pennsylvania on March 9, 2021. In 
1771, the Pennsylvania General Assembly passed a law forming Bedford 
County. Since then, it has been an integral part of Pennsylvania.
  The first settlement in the colony was established in 1758 around 
Fort Bedford, which was constructed during the French and Indian War. 
At the time of the County's formation, 221 families lived in the 
region. Over the course of 250 years, the County grown in both 
population and economic success. In addition to being a wonderful place 
to work and live, Bedford County is an important center of railroads 
and interstate highways, among other national priorities.
  Bedford County is home to hardworking Pennsylvanians who build, 
sustain, and serve our commonwealth and our nation. It is an honor to 
recognize the Bedford County Sestercentennial and celebrate the 
County's remarkable history. I look forward to continued partnership 
with the people of Bedford County to continue this incredible legacy 
for the next 250 years and beyond.

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