Caribbean-American Heritage Month, 2007

Proclamation 8153 of June 1, 2007

Caribbean-American Heritage Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During June, we recognize Caribbean Americans and
celebrate the many ways they contribute to our Nation.

Generations of Caribbean Americans have helped shape
the spirit and character of our country. These
individuals are justly proud of their Caribbean roots,
and they enrich the American experience by sharing
their traditions, history, and values. Caribbean
Americans of all walks of life have added to the
vitality, success, and prosperity of our country. Their
hard work and determination inspire all who dream of a
better life for themselves and their families.

Our Nation is deeply grateful to the Caribbean
Americans who defend our liberty as members of our
Armed Forces. The service and sacrifice of these
courageous men and women are helping lay the foundation
of peace for generations to come.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the
United States of America, by virtue of the authority
vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United
States, do hereby proclaim June 2007 as Caribbean-
American Heritage Month. I encourage all Americans to
learn more about the history and culture of Caribbean
Americans and their contributions to our Nation.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
first day of June, in the year of our Lord two thousand
seven, and of the Independence of the United States of
America the two hundred and thirty-first.