That the House of Representatives—
recognizes the 100th anniversary of the official entry of the United States into World War I on April 6, 1917;
expresses its gratitude and appreciation to—
the members of the Armed Forces who participated in World War I operations alongside the countries of the Triple Entente; and
the members of the Allied Forces who participated in World War I operations alongside France from 1914 until the end of the war;
commends centenary commemorations to honor people from France, the United States, and all countries involved in World War I that aim to make future generations aware of the acts of heroism and sacrifice performed by the Armed Forces and the Allies;
recognizes efforts undertaken by France, especially by port cities on the Atlantic coast and by the regions of Hauts-de-France, Bretagne, Loire-Atlantique, Aquitaine, Centre, and Grand-Est, to preserve the memory and celebrate the legacy of the involvement of the United States during World War I;
recognizes that the people of France plan—
to celebrate this anniversary with commemorations and relevant programs to express gratitude to those individuals who helped restore hope among the Allies; and
during the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Armistice of November 11, 1918, to express gratitude and appreciation to every—
military force that fought alongside France, inside or outside its territory, during World War I; and
individuals who died fighting or was injured during the hostilities, whether physically or psychologically; and
encourages all countries involved in World War I to participate in the centennial of the Armistice to the fullest extent possible.