[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 2]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 2601]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




IN HONOR OF THE CLEVELAND CHAPTER OF THE WORLD FEDERATION OF HUNGARIAN 
                                VETERANS

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 5, 2003

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
the Cleveland Chapter of the World Federation of Hungarian Veterans, on 
the occasion of their 50th Annual Charity Ball.
  U.S. veterans of Hungarian heritage founded the organization in 1946, 
just after WWII. A Cleveland Chapter was formed in 1951, with 
objectives mirroring those of the national organization--to promote 
patriotism, and to honor and keep alive the memories of those who 
suffered and gave their lives to preserve our freedoms and democratic 
ideals.
  Additionally, the Cleveland Chapter has focused on the preservation 
of the Hungarian culture, customs and history for the younger members 
of our community, and for generations to come. Moreover, the membership 
has consistently demonstrated a willingness to lend a helping hand. 
Over the years, the Cleveland Chapter of the World Federation of 
Hungarian Veterans has assisted other members and their families with 
moral and financial support whenever needed.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in tribute and recognition 
of the Cleveland Chapter of the World Federation of Hungarian Veterans 
as they celebrate their culture once again at the 50th Annual Charity 
Ball. Today we honor the significant sacrifices each of you has made to 
preserve our freedoms, and we also pay tribute to your organization for 
preserving the rich fabric of Hungarian culture and tradition within 
our community.

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