[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 45 (Wednesday, March 13, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H1172]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




CELEBRATING 200TH ANNIVERSARY OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA'S, ST. PATRICK'S DAY 
                                 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 in celebration of 
the 200th anniversary of Savannah, Georgia's, annual St. Patrick's Day 
parade.
  Public recognition of St. Patrick's Day in Savannah can be traced 
back to 1824 when the local paper, The Georgian, published an 
invitation encouraging all to attend the parade.
  From then, the ceremony has grown to one of the largest in the 
Nation, drawing in locals and tourists alike to celebrate coastal 
Georgia's Irish heritage.
  With great entertainment, including marching bands, traditional 
dancers, and decorated floats, the festival is filled with fun for all 
ages, and encourages community fellowship between families and friends.
  I extend a special thank you to those responsible for making this 
celebration happen.
  The St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee, the Chatham County Sheriff's 
Office, local government agencies, and the city of Savannah work 
diligently year after year to make this a very special day.

  The parade is one that many Savannahians, including myself, hold 
close to our hearts.
  I look forward to the opportunity to witness and participate in this 
year's great celebration.

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