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IN SCR0006
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
- Indiana General Assembly formally acknowledges the contributions of the Heslar Naval Armory staff in times of war and peace
- Heslar Naval Armory, located on the White River in Indianapolis, was constructed beginning in 1936 as a Works Progress Administration project and renamed in honor of Captain O.F. Heslar on December 12, 1964
- The facility currently houses more than 450 U.S. Navy reserve sailors from 10 units and more than 150 reserve Marines under its 26th Commanding Officer, Commander Robert B. Szemborski
- Originally built inland to train radio operators and electronic technicians, the armory served during World War II as a secure location for planning military campaigns away from coastal surveillance
- Secretary of the Senate directed to transmit copies of the resolution to the commander of the Heslar Naval Armory
Legislative Description
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION honoring the Heslar Naval Armory and its staff for their many contributions to our nation and our state.
Last Action
First reading: adopted voice vote
2/24/2014
Full Bill Text
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