[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 89 (Thursday, May 25, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E499]
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   RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF THOSE WHO GAVE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE 
           MEMORIAL DAY 2023: WEST SENECA WALKWAY OF FREEDOM

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                      HON. NICHOLAS A. LANGWORTHY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 25, 2023

  Mr. LANGWORTHY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize 
those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the United States 
of America. On behalf of the United States Congress, and the 
constituents of the 23rd Congressional District, I am proud to 
recognize our brave soldiers' courage, sacrifice, and valor as we come 
together this Memorial Day.
  On Memorial Day, May 29, 2023, the West Seneca Joint Veterans 
Committee will dedicate three new monuments in honor of those who 
served and sacrificed during Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm, 
the Second Persian Gulf War, and Operation Enduring Freedom. It is my 
honor to include in the Record the names of two fallen soldiers to be 
remembered forever.
  Sergeant David Roustum--Army.
  Sergeant Daniel Schaw--Army.
  All gave some, and some gave all. Memorial Day is not a three-day 
weekend. It is the duty of a grateful Nation to pause and remember 
those who laid down their lives so that we may live free. The Flag of 
the United States of America shows red, white, and blue. Blue 
symbolizes vigilance, perseverance, and justice--a reminder that we 
must remain watchful and strong. White reminds us to stay true to our 
values and ideals. Red represents valor in honor of the blood shed by 
those who have fought to protect our freedoms.
  On Memorial Day, we remember those we lost and honor the veterans who 
are with us today. America is the land of the free because it is the 
home of the brave. I am so humbled by the bravery and honor displayed 
by our men and women in uniform. Whether it be Memorial Day or any 
other day, please know that we as a Nation are grateful.

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