 
Senate Resolution No. 1017
 
BY: Senator ORTT
 
        COMMEMORATING  the 250th Anniversary of the United
        States Army
 
  WHEREAS, It is the intent of this  Legislative  Body  to  honor  and
celebrate   the   distinguished   past,   present,  and  future  of  the
distinguished branches of the United States Department of Defense; and
 
  WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern  and  in  full  accord  with  its
long-standing  traditions,  this  Legislative  Body  is  justly proud to
celebrate the 250th Anniversary of United States Army to  be  celebrated
on Saturday, June 14, 2025; and
 
  WHEREAS,  The  United  States  Army is the prime land service branch
within  the  Department  of  Defense  created  by  the   United   States
Constitution;  as our Nation's oldest military branch, the United States
Army is a global force that is revered throughout the world  and  called
to defend the United States; and
 
  WHEREAS,  Originally  named  the Continental Army, the United States
Army, led by George Washington, was officially established by the Second
Continental Congress during the Revolutionary war on June 14, 1775, as a
way to create a uniform military within the original  colonies  fighting
for American independence; and
 
  WHEREAS,  The  United  States  Army  prides itself on supporting our
Nation's policies, executing objectives that benefit  the  country,  and
maintaining the peace and security of the United States; and
 
  WHEREAS, The United States Army has not only been on the front lines
as  a  force  for  national defense, but also on the forefront of social
progress such as desegregation; and
 
  WHEREAS, The legacy of the United States  Army  is  built  upon  the
brave  sacrifices  of  countless  men  and  women  who  have served with
distinction throughout our Nation's  history;  many  of  these  soldiers
being residents of New York State; and
 
  WHEREAS,  The 250th Anniversary of the United States Army presents a
moment of reflection and gratitude for the service of the soldiers, past
and present, that have made  the  ultimate  commitment  to  protect  our
Nation's values; and
 
  WHEREAS,   This   Legislative   Body   looks  to  show  its  deepest
appreciation and respect for the United States Army and its soldiers  of
the past, present, and future; and
 
  WHEREAS,  In  recognition  of  its  extensive  history  and enduring
contributions to the United States military, this  Legislative  Body  is
proud  to  honor  and salute the United States Army upon the occasion of
commemorating its 250th Anniversary; now therefore, be it
 
  RESOLVED, That this Legislative  Body  pause  its  deliberations  to
commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the United States Army, recognizing
 
the  significance  of the role it continues to play for our country; and
be it further
 
  RESOLVED,  That  this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted
to the United States Army.
Commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the United States Army

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