BIRTHDAY OF THE UNITED STATES NAVY
2024
BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
A PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, on October 13, 1775, the Continental Congress established the United States Navy to aid in the Revolutionary War; and
WHEREAS, for 249 years, the United States Navy has answered the call of duty to protect this nation both in times of war and peace; and
WHEREAS, North Carolina is proud to be home to more than 5,000 active-duty and reserve Sailors, and their families, primarily located at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune; and
WHEREAS, the unofficial motto of "Semper Fortis" and "Non sibi sed patriae" represent the longstanding tradition of our nation's sailors to put service before self; and
WHEREAS, the United States Navy continues to play a significant and integral role in the security, wealth, and prosperity of our State while defending our nation; and
WHEREAS, in commemoration of the 249th anniversary of the establishment of the United States Navy, North Carolinians proudly recognize the Sailors who served and continue to serve our country;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROY COOPER, Governor of the State of North Carolina, do hereby proclaim October 13, 2024, as “BIRTHDAY OF THE UNITED STATES NAVY” in North Carolina, and commend its observance to all citizens.
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Roy Cooper
Governor
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the Great Seal of the State of North Carolina at the Capitol in Raleigh this ninth day of October in the year of our Lord two thousand and twenty-four and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-ninth.