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House
Resolution 1739
By:
Representatives Oliver of the
83rd
and Benfield of the
85th
A
RESOLUTION
Commending
current and former members of the United States military on March 29, 2010; and
for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
our nation's security continues to rely on patriotic men and women who put their
personal lives on hold in order to place themselves in harm's way to protect the
freedoms that all United States citizens cherish; and
WHEREAS,
members of the United States military have long been recognized around the world
for their superior tactical skills, their strength of physique and character,
and their ability to complete any objective; and
WHEREAS,
the citizens of this nation regard members of the United States military as
demonstrating a deep personal commitment to protecting democracy, willing to
sacrifice their own personal safety and comfort to ensure the well-being of
their fellow man; and
WHEREAS,
members of the United States military serve as guardians of this nation's
freedom and liberty and have diligently and conscientiously undergone intensive
and rigorous training in order to serve their country with honor and distinction
during times of war and peace; and
WHEREAS,
on March 29, 2010, it is important that all current members of the military and
veterans are thanked for their selfless service to this nation and honored for
their unyielding commitment to protecting the people and ideals of the United
States; and
WHEREAS,
March 29th marks a significant day in this nation's history as the last American
troops were withdrawn from South Vietnam, ending military involvement in the
longest war in this nation's history; and
WHEREAS,
veterans and current members of the United States military embody the spirit of
service, willing to find meaning in something greater than themselves, and it is
abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments and
sacrifices of these remarkable and distinguished Americans be honored
appropriately.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body express their most profound appreciation for all members of the United
States military who stand ever ready to lay the ultimate sacrifice upon the
altar of freedom and, on March 29, 2010, call for remembrance of the soldiers
who have offered their lives in the name of freedom.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to transmit appropriate copies of this resolution to members of the
public and the press.