H. Res. 857 (Introduced in House) — 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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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;

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commemorates the iconic and historic raisings of the flag of the United States on Mount Suribachi that occurred on February 23, 1945;

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honors the Marines, sailors, soldiers, army air crew, and coast guardsmen who fought bravely on Iwo Jima, including the thousands of Japanese soldiers who defended the island;

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remembers and venerates the servicemembers who gave their last full measure of devotion on the battlefield;

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recognizes that the Allied victory in the Battle of Iwo Jima—

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was led by the United States Marine Corps; and

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made possible the defeat of the Empire of Japan in World War II;

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affirms the immortal words of Admiral Chester Nimitz, who stated that “uncommon valor was a common virtue” of those servicemembers who fought on Iwo Jima;

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reaffirms the bonds of friendship between the United States and Japan;

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encourages the people of the United States to honor the veterans of the Battle of Iwo Jima with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities; and

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honors the service and sacrifice of the men and women who serve the United States today, carrying on the proud tradition of the individuals who came before them.

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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