[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 2]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 2055-2056]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




      100TH ANNIVERSARY OF KOREAN IMMIGRATION TO THE UNITED STATES

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                           HON. MIKE FERGUSON

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 28, 2003

  Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 100th 
anniversary of Korean immigration to the United States and the many 
contributions that Korean Americans have made to our great country.
  The history of Korean Americans is rich in hard work, perseverance 
and the overwhelming desire to succeed. When the first Korean 
immigrants left their homeland in 1903, for a new world and an unknown 
future, they were unsure of what to expect. Numbering only 56 men, 21 
women and 25 children, their journey brought with them the same hopes 
and dreams of all people seeking the promise of a better life in 
America.
  For the past 100 years, thousands of Koreans have followed the lead 
of those first pioneers. Over the past century, Korean Americans have 
made numerous contributions to American society, American culture and 
our economy.
  Today, Korean Americans are a thriving part of the American fabric 
and are poised to begin a new century of success in the United States. 
I believe their dedication to this country deserves the highest honor 
and praise.
  I congratulate all Korean Americans on the 100th anniversary of 
Korean immigration to the United States. I offer my blessings for a 
safe and prosperous future.

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