[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 99 (Wednesday, June 12, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H3730]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     IN CELEBRATION OF THE 249TH BIRTHDAY OF THE UNITED STATES ARMY

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today ahead of 
June 14 to celebrate the United States Army's 249th birthday. Every 
year, just a few days after Memorial Day, our country celebrates the 
Army's birthday. This marks the anniversary in 1775 when the 
Continental Congress authorized the enlistment of riflemen to serve the 
United Colonies for 1 year.
  The Army is the oldest and largest branch of the U.S. military and 
has played a vital role in the country's development since its 
establishment. Without the brave men who enlisted 249 years ago, we 
would not be the great Nation that we are today.
  I will also say, without the great men and women who enlist today in 
the United States Army, we would not continue to be a great Nation.
  Madam Speaker, I am a proud Army dad, and, in Congress, I continue to 
support legislation that bolsters our Nation's defense and invests in 
our military members and their families.
  Happy birthday, Army.

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