[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 203 (Monday, December 11, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1193]
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                RECOGNIZING PEARL HARBOR DAY ANNIVERSARY

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                           HON. MARCY KAPTUR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, December 11, 2023

  Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, we commemorate the anniversary of Pearl 
Harbor Day, December 7, 2023. We solemnly remember and honor the 
sacrifices made by the brave men and women who were thrust into World 
War II by the tragic events of that fateful day in 1941.
  The attack on Pearl Harbor was a moment of profound loss and national 
awakening. It marked the beginning of a war that would test the very 
essence of our nation. However, it was also a catalyst that united 
Americans in a common cause, giving rise to the ``Greatest 
Generation.''
  In the face of adversity, they displayed unparalleled courage and 
determination, rising above the challenges of their time to defend 
Liberty and justice. We remember those who perished at Pearl Harbor and 
the countless others who would go on to fight and sacrifice in the 
years that followed.
  That is why I fought to create the National World War II Memorial on 
the National Mall, a 17-year effort, and recently passed the Greatest 
Generation Commemorative Coin, whose federal sales will begin in 2024.
  The legacy of Pearl Harbor Day reminds us of the strength that unity 
and resilience can bring to a nation. It is a reminder that even in the 
darkest hours, the American spirit shines bright, and we stand strong 
together.
  Let us pay tribute to the sacrifices that paved the way for a better 
future. Their memory continues to inspire us to uphold the values of 
freedom and democracy.

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