[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 80 (Thursday, May 11, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H2257]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      HONORING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF STAND UP FOR AMERICA PARADE

  (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize my 
hometown of Port Wentworth, Georgia, and to honor them for celebrating 
the 50th anniversary of the Stand Up for America Day Parade.
  For 50 years, on the last Saturday in April, residents of Port 
Wentworth and the surrounding areas have gathered to pay homage to 
members of the Armed Forces, both past and present.
  When the parade first started, America was still embroiled in the 
controversy of the Vietnam war. It was started by then-Mayor P.B. 
Edwards, who was permanently wounded in the Battle of the Bulge during 
World War II.
  The people of Port Wentworth decided to put on this parade in honor 
of those Vietnam veterans and all veterans who served in armed 
conflicts abroad.
  After a 3-year hiatus, this year's parade drew over 50 entries, 
ranging from bands to golf carts, all with one purpose in mind: to 
honor those who have served us.
  I thoroughly enjoy attending this event every time I am able. It 
reminds me of just how great our Nation is and how grateful we are for 
our servicemen and--women.
  I thank everyone who has helped continue this tradition, from local 
officials to the community, and wish them the best of luck for the next 
50 parades.

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