[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 19]
[House]
[Pages 25700-25701]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




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                      HONORING AMERICA'S VETERANS

  (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, as the son of a World War 
II veteran, as a 31-year veteran of military service and the father of 
three sons serving today in the military, Veterans Day is particularly 
meaningful to my family. America exists today only because of the 
courage of the men and women who wear the uniform of the United States 
military. Generations of American soldiers have turned

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impossible challenges into incredible victories, and they have earned 
our highest respect.
  As troops continue to risk their lives in the war on terrorism, we 
are especially inspired by the bravery of America's 25 million 
veterans. By risking their lives to protect our freedoms, there is a 
greater spread of freedom today worldwide than ever in history. We will 
forever remain grateful for their service.
  I would like to encourage all citizens to take time on Friday to 
personally express their sincere appreciation to the veterans of their 
communities.
  In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget 
September 11 or the terrorist attacks on Jordan.

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