Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II and the raisings of the flag of the United States on Mount Suribachi.

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HRES 857

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Feb 13, 2020

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Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be sub ...

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Armed Forces and National Security Asia Commemorative events and holidays Conflicts and wars Congressional tributes Intergovernmental relations Japan Military history Military personnel and dependents U.S. history Veterans' organizations and recognition

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This resolution recognizes the 75th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima that began on February 19, 1945, and ended on March 26, 1945, and encourages the people of the United States to honor the veterans of the Battle of Iwo Jima with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.

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Feb 13, 2020

Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Feb 13, 2020

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