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President's Proclamation Honors
Troops' Spouses
WASHINGTON, May 5, 2008 – Military
spouses embody the courage, nobility of duty,
and love of country that inspire every American.
On Military Spouse Day, we pay tribute to the
husbands and wives who support their spouses
in America's Armed Forces during times of war
and peace.
The legacy of military spouses began when colonial
Americans were fighting for independence. Martha
Washington boosted the morale of her husband's
troops by visiting battlefields and tending to
the wounded. Since then, members of our Armed Forces
have served our Nation accompanied by the steadfast
love and support of their spouses and families.
While our men and women in uniform are protecting
our country's founding ideals of liberty, democracy,
and justice, their spouses live with uncommon challenges,
endure sleepless nights, and spend long periods
raising children alone. Many military spouses are
also committed volunteers, serving other military
families and local communities. Our Nation benefits
from the sacrifices of our military families, and
we are inspired by their courage, strength, and
leadership.
On Military
Spouse Day and throughout the year, we honor the
commitment spouses have made to freedom's cause.
To learn about ways to support our troops and their
spouses and families, I encourage all Americans
to visit www.americasupportsyou.mil.
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 May
9, 2008, as Military Spouse Day. I call upon the
people of the United States to observe this day
with appropriate ceremonies and activities and
by expressing their gratitude to the husbands and
wives of those serving in the United States Armed
Forces.
IN WITNESS
WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth
day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand
eight, and of the Independence of the United States
of America the two hundred and thirty-second.
SOURCE:
U.S.
Department of Defense
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