[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 197 (Thursday, October 13, 2022)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 61955-61956]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2022-22408]


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                Proclamation 10472 of October 7, 2022

                
Columbus Day, 2022

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                In 1492, Christopher Columbus sailed from the Spanish 
                port of Palos de la Frontera on behalf of Queen 
                Isabella I and King Ferdinand II, but his roots trace 
                back to Genoa, Italy. The story of his journey remains 
                a source of pride for many Italian Americans whose 
                families also crossed the Atlantic. His voyage inspired 
                many others to follow and ultimately contributed to the 
                founding of America, which has been a beacon for 
                immigrants across the world.

                Many of these immigrants were Italian, and for 
                generations, Italian immigrants have harnessed the 
                courage to leave so much behind, driven by their faith 
                in the American dream--to build a new life of hope and 
                possibility in the United States. Today, Italian 
                Americans are leaders in all fields, including 
                government, health, business, innovation, and culture.

                Things have not always been easy; prejudice and 
                violence often stalled the promise of equal 
                opportunity. In fact, Columbus Day was created by 
                President Harrison in 1892 in response to the anti-
                Italian motivated lynching of 11 Italian Americans in 
                New Orleans in 1891. During World War II, Italian 
                Americans were even targeted as enemy aliens. But the 
                hard work, dedication to community, and leadership of 
                Italian Americans in every industry make our country 
                stronger, more prosperous, and more vibrant. The 
                Italian American community is also a cornerstone of our 
                Nation's close and enduring relationship with Italy--a 
                vital NATO Ally and European Union partner. Today, the 
                partnership between Italy and the United States is at 
                the heart of our efforts to tackle the most pressing 
                global challenges of our time, including supporting 
                Ukraine as it defends its freedom and democracy.

                In commemoration of Christopher Columbus's historic 
                voyage 530 years ago, the Congress, by joint resolution 
                of April 30, 1934, and modified in 1968 (36 U.S.C. 
                107), as amended, has requested the President proclaim 
                the second Monday of October of each year as ``Columbus 
                Day.''

                NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of 
                the United States of America, do hereby proclaim 
                October 10, 2022, as Columbus Day. I direct that the 
                flag of the United States be displayed on all public 
                buildings on the appointed day in honor of our diverse 
                history and all who have contributed to shaping this 
                Nation.

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                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                seventh day of October, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence of the 
                United States of America the two hundred and forty-
                seventh.
                
                
                    (Presidential Sig.)

[FR Doc. 2022-22408
Filed 10-12-22; 8:45 am]
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