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

122 STAT. 5384

From the fields and forests of war-torn Europe to the jungles of
Southeast Asia, from the deserts of Iraq to the mountains of
Afghanistan, brave patriots have protected our Nation's ideals, rescued
millions from tyranny, and helped spread freedom around the globe.
America's veterans answered the call when asked to protect our Nation
from some of the most brutal and ruthless tyrants, terrorists, and
militaries the world has ever known. They stood tall in the face of
grave danger and enabled our Nation to become the greatest force for
freedom in human history. Members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines,
and Coast Guard have answered a high calling to serve and have helped
secure America at every turn.
Our country is forever indebted to our veterans for their quiet courage
and exemplary service. We also remember and honor those who laid down
their lives in freedom's defense. These brave men and women made the
ultimate sacrifice for our benefit. On Veterans Day, we remember these
heroes for their valor, their loyalty, and their dedication. Their
selfless sacrifices continue to inspire us today as we work to advance
peace and extend freedom around the world.
With respect for and in recognition of the contributions our service
members have made to the cause of peace and freedom around the world,
the Congress has provided (5 U.S.C. 6103(a)) that November 11 of each
year shall be set aside as a legal public holiday to honor America's
veterans.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, do hereby proclaim November 11, 2008, as Veterans Day and urge
all Americans to observe November 9 through November 15, 2008, as
National Veterans Awareness Week. I encourage all Americans to recognize
the bravery and sacrifice of our veterans through ceremonies and
prayers. I call upon Federal, State, and local officials to display the
flag of the United States and to support and participate in patriotic
activities in their communities. I invite civic and fraternal
organizations, places of worship, schools, businesses, unions, and the
media to support this national observance with commemorative expressions
and programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first 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


 
PROCLAMATION 8318--NOV. 7, 2008

Proclamation 8318 of November 7, 2008
World Freedom Day, 2008
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On World Freedom Day, we celebrate the anniversary of the historic fall
of the Berlin Wall and honor the brave citizens of East and West Germany
who helped secure freedom and liberty for future generations.