[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 122, 110th Congress, 2nd Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

122 STAT. 5372

pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
third.
GEORGE W. BUSH


 
PROCLAMATION 8303--OCT. 8, 2008

Proclamation 8303 of October 8, 2008
Leif Erikson Day, 2008
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On Leif Erikson Day, we remember that son of Iceland and grandson of
Norway for his journey to North America, and we celebrate the
influential role Nordic Americans have played in our society.
Leif Erikson was among the world's greatest and most daring explorers.
More than 1,000 years ago, he led a crew across the Atlantic to North
America. Today, the same desire to explore and open new frontiers
inspires our citizens and contributes to the strength of our Nation.
America's friendships with Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden
are strong, and Nordic Americans have added to our rich cultural
diversity and proud ancestry. On this day, we recognize these
individuals for their remarkable achievements in all sectors of our
society. America is grateful for the many contributions of Nordic
Americans, and we continue to draw inspiration from the courage and
optimism of the adventurous Leif Erikson.
To honor Leif Erikson and to celebrate our citizens of Nordic American
heritage, the Congress, by joint resolution (Public Law 88-566) approved
on September 2, 1964, has authorized the President to proclaim October 9
of each year as ``Leif Erikson Day.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, do hereby proclaim October 9, 2008, as Leif Erikson Day. I call
upon all Americans to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies,
activities, and programs to honor our rich Nordic-American heritage.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighth day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
third.
GEORGE W. BUSH