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UNITED STATES ARMY WEEK-JUNE 9-15,2013
WHEREAS,the United States Army was established by the First Continental Congress
on June 14, 1775, and in 2013 will celebrate its 238th year of service to the Nation; and
WHEREAS,on July 1, 2013, the Armed Services will also celebrate the 40th anniversary
of the All-Volunteer Force; and
WHEREAS,the United States Army exists to defend the freedom of our citizens and our
nation's security interests; and
WHEREAS,this year's theme is"America's Army: Service to the Nation, Strength for
the Future," which embodies the indomitable spirit and high ethical and moral values embraced
by today's Soldiers as they work to live up to the ideals and vision of the Nation's founders; and
WHEREAS, many citizens of Petaluma have served their nation and some have given
the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our freedoms, as members of the United States Army; and
WHEREAS,the Army Birthday celebration is an opportunity to honor the Army
families who show complete commitment to their Soldier and the entire Army, and it is therefore
proper to recognize the United States Army annually on its birthday, and to thank those who
have served and those who are presently serving.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT I,David Glass, Mayor of Petaluma,
along with the members of the Petaluma City Council, do hereby declare June 9-15, 2013 as
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United States Army Week
and encourage all citizens to join with me in this salute to express our gratitude to those who
have served and to those who are now serving to protect our nation and its freedoms.
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