FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION WEEK
2024
BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
A PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the residents of the State of North Carolina deeply appreciate the courage and dedication of our past and present armed forces and recognize the crucial role that they have played in the protection of American life and property; their service and sacrifices help to preserve the freedoms and values that Americans cherish and
WHEREAS, the Fleet Reserve Association is a federally chartered nonprofit organization of active duty, reserve and retired personnel of the United States Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard; and
WHEREAS, chartered on November 11, 1924, the Association is dedicated to the defense of the United States of America and to serving the needs of all members of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard; and
WHEREAS, during November 10 – 16, 2024, the Fleet Reserve Association will hold its Centennial Celebration to honor those who have devoted their lives to the service of their country by providing the opportunity to advocate for those who serve in the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard; and
WHEREAS, the State of North Carolina recognizes and appreciates these dedicated American veterans for their lasting contributions to our society;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROY COOPER, Governor of the State of North Carolina, do hereby proclaim November 10 – 16, 2024, as “FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION WEEK” 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 eighth day of November 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.