thedrifter
09-25-08, 06:58 PM
USE PASSES JONES RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING FALLEN HEROES OF 1983
BEIRUT BOMBING
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.
Res. 1421 – a resolution introduced by Third District Representative
Walter B. Jones (R-NC) to solemnly commemorate the 25th anniversary
of the tragic October 1983 terrorist bombing of the United States
Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, and to remember those who
lost their lives and those who were injured. The resolution passed
by a vote of 414 to 0.
Congressman Jones made the following remarks on the House floor:
"Mr. Speaker, on October 23, 1983, the War on Terrorism began when a
truck filled with explosives detonated outside of the United States
Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut , Lebanon , killing 241 of our
servicemen. Between 1982 and 1984, 272 Marines, soldiers and sailors
from 39 states and Puerto Rico lost their lives while serving as
peacekeepers in Beirut ."
"In these uncertain times we call upon the brave men and women of the
military to overcome terror and defend the ideals that this great
Nation was founded upon. One of my constituents, Charles Hall of
Jacksonville, North Carolina, was called upon 24 ½ years ago and he
served our country honorably in Beirut . Mr. Hall will be the first
to tell you that the war on terrorism began well before September
11th."
"October 23rd of this year will mark the 25th anniversary of the
bombing of the Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut . In the attack, 241
American heroes were lost: 220 Marines, 18 members of the Navy and 3
soldiers. The friends, family and comrades left behind by the Beirut
peacekeepers will gather once again to pay their respects. Now is an
appropriate time for the federal government to show its
appreciation. "
"Earlier this month, I introduced H. Res. 1421, a resolution to
solemnly commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Beirut bombing. I
would like to thank the leadership on both sides of the aisle, the
many members who cosponsored this resolution, and the House Armed
Services Committee members and staff for their help in bringing this
resolution to the floor today."
"Honoring these servicemen is one way for us to finally say, `Thank
you for sacrificing your lives so that the rest of us could live
free.' Recognizing those who served in Beirut will not just serve to
further mourn their loss, but to celebrate the peace in the American
spirit that was embodied in the mission of these fallen heroes."
"May we never forget those who have given their lives for this
country, and those who are serving this country today."
For additional information, or to schedule an interview with
Congressman Walter B. Jones, please contact Kathleen Joyce at (202)
225-3415.
Ellie
BEIRUT BOMBING
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.
Res. 1421 – a resolution introduced by Third District Representative
Walter B. Jones (R-NC) to solemnly commemorate the 25th anniversary
of the tragic October 1983 terrorist bombing of the United States
Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, and to remember those who
lost their lives and those who were injured. The resolution passed
by a vote of 414 to 0.
Congressman Jones made the following remarks on the House floor:
"Mr. Speaker, on October 23, 1983, the War on Terrorism began when a
truck filled with explosives detonated outside of the United States
Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut , Lebanon , killing 241 of our
servicemen. Between 1982 and 1984, 272 Marines, soldiers and sailors
from 39 states and Puerto Rico lost their lives while serving as
peacekeepers in Beirut ."
"In these uncertain times we call upon the brave men and women of the
military to overcome terror and defend the ideals that this great
Nation was founded upon. One of my constituents, Charles Hall of
Jacksonville, North Carolina, was called upon 24 ½ years ago and he
served our country honorably in Beirut . Mr. Hall will be the first
to tell you that the war on terrorism began well before September
11th."
"October 23rd of this year will mark the 25th anniversary of the
bombing of the Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut . In the attack, 241
American heroes were lost: 220 Marines, 18 members of the Navy and 3
soldiers. The friends, family and comrades left behind by the Beirut
peacekeepers will gather once again to pay their respects. Now is an
appropriate time for the federal government to show its
appreciation. "
"Earlier this month, I introduced H. Res. 1421, a resolution to
solemnly commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Beirut bombing. I
would like to thank the leadership on both sides of the aisle, the
many members who cosponsored this resolution, and the House Armed
Services Committee members and staff for their help in bringing this
resolution to the floor today."
"Honoring these servicemen is one way for us to finally say, `Thank
you for sacrificing your lives so that the rest of us could live
free.' Recognizing those who served in Beirut will not just serve to
further mourn their loss, but to celebrate the peace in the American
spirit that was embodied in the mission of these fallen heroes."
"May we never forget those who have given their lives for this
country, and those who are serving this country today."
For additional information, or to schedule an interview with
Congressman Walter B. Jones, please contact Kathleen Joyce at (202)
225-3415.
Ellie