    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2002, Book I)]
    [May 27, 2002]
    [Page 903]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Remarks at the Sainte Mere Eglise Church in Sainte Mere Eglise, France
    May 27, 2002

        President Chirac, Mrs. Chirac, Mr. Mayor: Laura and I
    are so honored to be here. Thank you for your hospitality. We are here
    to pay tribute to those who sacrificed for freedom, both Americans and
    the French. It is fitting that we remember those who sacrificed because
    today we defend our freedoms--we defend our freedoms against people who
    can't stand freedom.
        This defense will require the sacrifice of our forefathers, but it's
    a sacrifice I can promise you we'll make. It's a sacrifice we'll make
    for the good of America and for the good of France and for the good of
    freedom all over the world.
        It's an honor to be here. May God bless France, and may God bless
    America. Thank you very much.

    Note: The President spoke at 1:05 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to
    President Jacques Chirac of France and his wife, Bernadette; and Mayor
    Marc Lefevre of Sainte Mere Eglise.