[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 121, 110th Congress, 1st Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

121 STAT. 2742
 
PROCLAMATION 8141--MAY 7, 2007


Proclamation 8141 of May 9, 2007
Military Spouse Day, 2007
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
America's military spouses inspire our Nation with their sense of duty
and deep devotion to our country. On Military Spouse Day, we honor the
husbands and wives of those who wear the uniform of the Armed Forces of
the United States.
The husbands and wives of our service members have made significant
sacrifices for freedom's cause, and they are an integral part of the
success of our Armed Forces. Spouses may endure long periods of
separation and frequent relocations, and they often set aside their own
personal and professional ambitions for the benefit of their family and
the Nation. Despite tremendous personal challenges, military spouses
maintain everyday life for their families here at home, while sending
love, prayers, encouraging words, and care packages to their loved ones
stationed around the globe.
On behalf of a grateful Nation, we salute our Nation's military spouses.
For ways to support our troops, their spouses, and their families, visit
americasupportsyou.mil.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 11, 2007, as Military
Spouse Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this
day with appropriate ceremonies and activities and by expressing their
gratitude to the husbands and wives of those serving in the United
States Armed Forces.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of May,
in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of
the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH