[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 125 (Tuesday, July 22, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H3540]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         RECOGNIZING BROWNTOWN IN GREENE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA

  (Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize 
Browntown in Greene County, North Carolina.
  The community dates back more than two centuries, and it has a rich 
history. Browntown embodies the enduring contributions of African 
Americans, indigenous people, and European families who built and 
sustained it through many generations.
  The land belonged to the Tuscarora Nation and later became a refuge 
for blended families who worked the land, worshiped together, and 
educated their children despite obstacles.
  Many will unite in August for the Browntown Community Day which 
brings neighbors and descendants together to honor their ancestors, 
preserve their traditions, and inspire future generations.
  Madam Speaker, I am glad to celebrate this community as a part of the 
American story and commend their contributions to Greene County, our 
State, and our Nation.

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