Bill > J00156

This resolution commemorates the 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette's historic visit to several New York communities in 1825, highlighting his significant contributions to American independence and international relations. The resolution provides context about Lafayette's remarkable life, noting that he was a French aristocrat and military officer who played a pivotal role in both the American and French Revolutions, joining the American fight for independence at age 19 and becoming a close companion of George Washington. During his 1825 tour, invited by President James Monroe, Lafayette visited Rome, Oriskany, Whitestown, and Utica, where he was warmly received by approximately 5,000 citizens with cannon fire, ringing church bells, and enthusiastic cheers. The resolution emphasizes Lafayette's personal connections, such as visiting Colonel Gerrit Lansing (who fought under his command) and Abigail Adams Johnson (granddaughter of President John Adams), while also celebrating his enduring legacy as a symbol of international friendship, freedom, and the strong bond between France and the United States. Ultimately, the resolution calls for pausing legislative deliberations to recognize and honor Lafayette's extraordinary contributions to American liberty on the bicentennial of his New York visit.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J156