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2019-07-05T10:20:24Z Anonymous 6924085

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Our quest for greatness unleashed a culture of discovery that led Thomas Edison to imagine his light bulb – Alexander Graham Bell to create the telephone – the Wright brothers to look to the sky and see the next great frontier. For Americans – nothing is impossible.

Exactly 50 years ago this month the world watched in awe as Apollo 11 astronauts launched into space with a wake of fire and nerves of steel and planted our great American flag on the face of the moon. Half a century later, we are thrilled to have here tonight the famed NASA Flight Director who led Mission Control during that historic endeavor, the renowned, Gene Krantz. (applause) Gene, I want you to know that we are going to be back on the moon very soon, and some day soon we will plant the American flag – on Mars. It’s happening, Gene, it’s happening.

Our nation’s creativity and genius lit up the lights of Broadway and the sound stages of Hollywood. It filled the concert halls and airwaves around the world with the sound of jazz, opera, country, rock ‘n roll and rhythm and blues. It gave birth to the musical, the motion picture, the western, the World Series, the Super Bowl, the skyscraper, the suspension bridge, the assembly line, and the mighty American automobile.

It led our citizens to push the bounds of medicine and science to save the lives of millions. Here with us this evening is Dr. Emil Freireich. (called him Emanuel) When Emanuel (Emil) began his work 99% of children with leukemia died. Thanks largely to Dr. Freireich’s breakthrough treatments, currently 90% of those with the most common childhood leukemias survive. Doctor, you are a great American hero. Thank you. (applause)

Americans always take care of each other. That love and unity held together the first Pilgrims. It forged communities on the great plains. It inspired Claire Barton to found the Red Cross and it keeps our nation thriving today. Here tonight from the Florida panhandle is Tina Belcher. Her selfless generosity over three decades has made her known to all as Mrs. Angel. Every time a hurrican strikes, Mrs. Angel turns her tiny kitchen into a disaster relief center. On a single day after hurricane Michael, she gave 476 people a warm meal. Mrs. Angel, your boundless heart inspires us all. Thank you. (applause) Thank you, very much.

From our earliest days, Americans of faith have uplifted our nation. This evening we’re joined by Sister Deidre Bern. (sp) Sister Bern is a retired army surgeon who served for nearly 30 years. On September 11, 2001, the Sister raced to Ground Zero. Through smoke and debris she administered first aid and comfort to all. Today, Sister Bern runs a medical clinic serving the poor in our nation’s capital. Sister, thank you for your lifetime of service. Thank you. (applause)

Our nation has always honored the heroes who serve our communities – the fire fighters, first responders, police, sheriffs, ICE, Border Patrol, and all of the brave men and women of law enforcement. On this July 4th, we pay special tribute to the military service members who lay down their lives for our nation. We are deeply moved to be in the presence this evening of Gold Star families whose loved ones made the supreme sacrifice. Thank you. (applause) Thank you. Thank you, very much.

Throughout our history, our country has been made ever greater by citizens who risked it all for equality and for justice. One hundred years ago this summer, the womens’ suffrage movement led Congress to pass the Constitutional Amendment giving women the right to vote. (applause) In 1960, a thirst for justice led African-American students to sit down at the Woolworth lunch counter in Greensboro, North Carolina. It was one of the very first civil rights sit-ins and it started a movement all across our nation. Clarence Henderson was 18 years old when he took his place in history. Almost six decades later, he’s here tonight in a seat of honor. Clarence, thank you very much for making this country a much better place for all Americans. (applause)

In 1963, Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. stood here on these very steps and called on our nation to live out the TRUE MEANING of its creed and let freedom ring for every citizen all across our land. America’s fearless resolve has inspired heroes who defined our national character from George Washington, John Adams, and Betsy Ross – to Douglas, you know, Frederick Douglas – the great Frederick Douglas – Harriet Tubman, Amelia Ehrhardt, Douglass MacArthur, Dwight Eisenhower, Jackie Robinson, and, of course, John Glen.

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2019-07-05T10:22:04Z Anonymous 6924094

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It has willed our warriors up mountains and across mine fields. It has liberated continents, split the atom, and brought tyrants and empires to their knees. Here with us this evening is Earl Morse. After retiring from the Air Force, Earl worked at a VA hospital in Ohio. Earl found that many WWII veterans could not afford to visit (defect in recording) the memorial on the National Mall. So Earl began the first honor flights that have now brought over 200,000 WWII heroes to visit America’s monument. Earl? Thank you. We salute you. Thank you. (applause) Thank you.

Our warrior’s from a hallowed roll call of American Patriots running all the way back to the first souls who fought and won American Independence – today, just as it did 243 years ago – the future of American freedom rests on the shoulders of men and women willing to defend it.

We are proudly joined tonight by heroes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces, including three recipients of the Congressional Medal of Honor. Thank you. (applause)

They, and thousands before us, served with immense distinction, and they loved every minute of that service. To young Americans across our country, now is your chance to join our military and make a truly great statement in life. And you should DO it. (applause)

We will now begin our celebration of the United States Armed Forces, honoring each branch’s unique culture, rich history, service song, and distinct legacy. I invite acting Secretary, please, Mark Esper, Secretary of Defense, and Chairman Dunford, head of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, please join me.

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