Proclaim November 11, 2023 to be Veterans Day
Whereas, an Act, approved May 13, 1938, made the 11th of November of each year a legal holiday and was known as "Armistice Day;" and
Whereas, in 1954, after World War II and the Korean War, the 83rd Congress amended the Act by replacing "Armistice" with "Veterans," and the first Veterans Day Proclamation was issued on October 8th by Dwight D. Eisenhower to pay homage to all veterans, who have contributed to the preservation of this great nation; and
Whereas, the brave members of our Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Space Force, and National Guard exemplify steadfast and selfless commitment while risking their lives to ensure our freedom; and
Whereas, wounded and suffering military members and veterans who return home honor us with their dignity, courage, and valor; and
Whereas, veterans deserve the utmost respect and support, which they have earned, while defending our homeland; and
Whereas, we admire and support the families and loved ones of those who have served and currently serve, and the immense burdens they bear; and
Whereas, veterans make up almost 7% of the City workforce; and
Whereas, we are continually grateful for the freedoms we enjoy in Portland and across the United States, thanks to the service and sacrifices of our warriors.
Now, therefore, I, Ted Wheeler, Mayor of the City of Portland, Oregon, the “City of Roses,” do hereby proclaim November 11, 2023, to be
Veterans Day
In Portland and encourage all residents to honor those who have served and those who currently serve to preserve our values of justice, freedom, and democracy.