[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 8]
[Senate]
[Page 11572]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    RECOGNIZING THE BUFFALO SOLDIERS

  Ms. LANDRIEU. Mr. President, I rise today to ask my colleagues to 
join me in recognizing the 9th and 10th (Horse) Cavalry Association of 
the Buffalo Soldiers, who on July 22-28, 2013, will celebrate their 
147th Anniversary Reunion in New Orleans, LA. The cavalry association 
will honor allied members who have demonstrated tremendous work and 
leadership in the association, their community, or the United States 
through their exceptional service.
  On July 28, 1866, the 29th Congress passed the Army Organization Act, 
creating two cavalry and six overall regiments of African-American 
troops. The 9th Cavalry was activated in New Orleans, LA, and the 10th 
was called into service at Fort Leavenworth, KS, beginning the Buffalo 
Soldiers' rich heritage of professional service to their communities 
and the Nation. The cavalry units of the Buffalo Soldiers played an 
integral role in the settlement and development of the West in the 
crucial years that followed the Civil War, serving courageously and 
victoriously on the frontier from Texas to Montana.
  Buffalo Soldiers wear the name proudly and respectfully, sharing a 
common passion for the historical significance and contributions of 
those who have served before them. The Buffalo Soldiers performed 
admirably in and out of battle, assisting in the economic growth and 
cultural development of Western territories and communities. Today, the 
Buffalo Soldiers honor their heritage through mentorship, community 
service, and volunteerism. In this capacity, the soldiers work 
tirelessly to provide education and support services in numerous 
communities throughout the Nation. Their outstanding leadership in 
these endeavors and services they perform continue to provide 
unparalleled contributions to the citizens and communities impacted and 
will benefit generations to come.
  In 2001, at the 135th Anniversary Reunion of the 9th and 10th Cavalry 
Association, Mr. George Jones, along with nine members of the cavalry 
association, was awarded a national charter to form the Greater New 
Orleans Area Chapter #22. This chapter was the first in the State of 
Louisiana to receive a chapter charter from the national office. The 
Greater New Orleans Area Chapter has embodied the values and mission 
embraced by the 9th and 10th Cavalry for 147 years, and has 
continuously educated Louisiana's communities on the invaluable 
traditions and contributions of the Buffalo Soldiers in the service of 
the United States.
  The 9th and 10th (Horse) Cavalry Association of Buffalo Soldiers has 
been and continues to be an inspiration to all those who have been 
impacted by their tireless service. It is with my greatest sincerity 
that I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the hard work, 
dedication, and many accomplishments of these incredible leaders.

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