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DE HCR50

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

5/11/2023

Primary Sponsor

Ronald Gray

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Origin

House of Representatives

152nd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Bethany Beach established a sister city relationship with Périers, France in 2010 based on the connection that a local resident's father served as a battalion commander in the U.S. Army 90th Infantry Division that liberated Périers from Nazi occupation in 1944.

  • The citizens of Périers annually honor American soldiers who died in the liberation of their town by placing flags on graves in Normandy.

  • A delegation from Bethany Beach traveled to Périers in May 2023 for a joint celebration of the liberation and their special relationship.

  • The General Assembly expresses appreciation and gratitude to Périers for continuing to remember and honor the American soldiers who died in the liberation of their town during World War II.

  • The resolution recognizes the special relationship between Périers and Bethany Beach as a bond celebrating liberty and enduring friendship.

Legislative Description

Recognizing The Special Relationship Between Bethany Beach And The Town Of PÉriers In Normandy, France, And The Liberation Of PÉriers In World War Ii.

Last Action

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

5/11/2023

Full Bill Text

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