TITLE: Recognizing June 19, 2011, as South Vietnamese Armed Forces Day.

SUMMARY: Recognizing June 19, 2011, as South Vietnamese Armed Forces Day.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, June 19 is the Armed Forces Day of the former Republic of Vietnam (South Vietnam); and WHEREAS, For two decades, the Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces fought bravely against the forces of the communist government of the north, an enemy that utilized the techniques of terrorism and did not abide by the rules of the Geneva Convention; and WHEREAS, Despite the hardships they faced, including insufficient provisions and corruption among the officer corps, the soldiers of South Vietnam fought with courage and a strong sense of honor; they achieved significant gains against the enemy, even as more than 230,000 soldiers were killed and 300,000 more were wounded; and WHEREAS, This record of bravery and determination is truly deserving of recognition, and it is indeed fitting to pause and reflect on the sacrifices of the Republic of Vietnam's Armed Forces in their fight for freedom and democracy; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby recognize June 19, 2011, as South Vietnamese Armed Forces Day, in honor of all those who fought on behalf of the former Republic of Vietnam. Vo Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2789 was adopted by the House on May 30, 2011, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House