    [United States Statutes at Large, Volume 132, 115th Congress, 2nd Session]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

    Proclamation 9801 of October 5, 2018

    Columbus Day, 2018

    By the President of the United States of America

    A Proclamation

    In 1492, Christopher Columbus and his mighty three-ship fleet, the
    Niña, Pinta, and Santa Maria, first spotted the Americas. His
    historic achievement ushered in an Age of Discovery that expanded our
    knowledge of the world. Columbus's daring journey marked the beginning
    of centuries of transatlantic exploration that transformed the Western
    Hemisphere. On Columbus Day, we commemorate the achievements of this
    skilled Italian explorer and recognize his courage, will power, and
    ambition--all values we cherish as Americans.
    Columbus's spirit of determination and adventure has provided
    inspiration to generations of Americans. On Columbus Day, we honor his
    remarkable accomplishments as a navigator, and celebrate his voyage into
    the unknown expanse of the Atlantic Ocean. His expedition formed the
    initial bond between Europe and the Americas, and changed the world
    forever. Today, in that spirit, we continue to seek new horizons for
    greater opportunity and further discovery on land, in sea, and in space.
    Although Spain sponsored his voyage, Columbus was, in fact, a proud
    citizen of the Italian City of Genoa. As we celebrate the tremendous
    strides our Nation has made since his arrival, we acknowledge the
    important contributions of Italian Americans to our country's culture,
    business, and civic life. We are also thankful for our relationship with
    Italy, a great ally that shares our strong, unwavering commitment to
    peace and prosperity.
    In commemoration of Christopher Columbus's historic voyage, 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, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of
    America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and
    the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 8, 2018, as
    Columbus Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe
    this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. I also 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.
    IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of
    October, in the year of our Lord two thousand eighteen, and of the

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    Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
    third.
    DONALD J. TRUMP