[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 159 (Friday, September 30, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1015]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING THE COMMODORE SLOAT CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL SOCIETY DAUGHTERS 
                       OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

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                           HON. JIMMY PANETTA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 30, 2022

  Mr. PANETTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Commodore 
Sloat Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American 
Revolution, as it celebrates a century of dedication to promoting 
patriotism, preserving American history, and securing America's future 
through better education for our children.
  The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution was founded 
on October 11, 1890, during a time marked by a renewed sense of 
patriotism and intense interest in the beginnings of the United States 
of America. It was founded by women wanting to express their patriotic 
feelings and perpetuate the memory of our ancestors who fought to make 
this country free and independent.
  The Commodore Sloat Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the 
American Revolution was organized on September 29, 1922, in the city of 
Pacific Grove, California. Originally named the Pacific Grove Chapter, 
it was renamed the Commodore Sloat Chapter on September 19, 1934, to 
commemorate the contributions of Commodore John Drake Sloat, who led 
the Battle of Monterey and established California as part of the United 
States of America.
  The Commodore Sloat Chapter's 117 members actively support the 
national objective of historic preservation, education, and patriotism 
through national, state, and local activities. Their educational 
efforts include the hosting of an American history essay contest, the 
Good Citizen awards, and youth luncheons. Understanding the importance 
of patriotism, the chapter supports the Central Coast's veterans, 
active-duty military members, and Junior Reserve Officer Training 
Corps, as well as participates in Monterey's Fourth of July Parade. The 
Chapter routinely recognizes and honors local members of our community 
for their contributions to the preservation of American history. 
Notably, ``Sloat's Landing'' is celebrated annually in Monterey, where 
Sloat's Proclamation is read.
  Madam Speaker, it is my pleasure to recognize the century-long 
efforts of the Commodore Sloat Chapter of the National Daughters of the 
American Revolution and their invaluable contributions to the Central 
Coast. It is therefore fitting and proper we honor them here today.

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