NC S719

Expresses the Senate's appreciation to World War II veterans and their families for their service to North Carolina, the United States, and the free world.

Honors the memory of those who died during World War II, including more than 6,300 North Carolinians among the 405,000 Americans killed in the war.

Commemorates the 70th anniversary of Japan's surrender on August 14, 1945, and recognizes the contributions of over 360,000 North Carolinians who served in the war.

Acknowledges the sacrifice of the "greatest generation" and emphasizes the responsibility of current citizens to preserve the freedoms they defended.