[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 128 (Tuesday, July 25, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E717]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      RECOGNIZING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MARINE CORPS LEAGUE

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 25, 2023

  Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize the 100th 
Anniversary of the Marine Corps League. The Congressionally Chartered 
Veteran Service Organization over the past century has been critical in 
the care and welfare of our military, its Veterans, and their families.
  The Marine Corps League was established in 1923 by World War I hero, 
then Commandant of the Marine Corps Maj. Gen. John A. Lejeune. On 
August 4, 1937, it was Congressionally Chartered by the 75th Congress 
of the United States and signed and approved by President Franklin D. 
Roosevelt.
  The Marine Corps League provides millions of hours annually in 
service to the community, represents thousands of Veterans in cases 
with the Department of Veterans Affairs, performs tens of thousands of 
funeral honors annually for our passing Veterans, and provides millions 
of toys to the youth of America through the Toys for Tots Foundation 
and Marine Corps Reserves. This volunteer work directly and positively 
impacts force readiness for the Marine Corps Reserves allowing 
additional focus on training and preparation.
  As a retired Lt. General and the former Commander of the U.S. Marine 
Corps Reserves and Marine Forces North, I deeply understand the 
importance of strong and battle-ready reserve units and will continue 
to support their mission here in Congress. The work of the Marine Corps 
League and the impact of their advocacy on behalf of our 
servicemembers, Veterans, and their families cannot be overstated.
  It is an honor to recognize the Marine Corps League for 100 years of 
service to our country. I look forward to assisting in fulfilling their 
mission to support our Servicemen and women. Please join me in 
congratulating the Marine Corps League for this historic achievement.

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