Bill > SRes432

This resolution designates September 9, 2025, as "National World War II Italian Campaign Remembrance Day" to honor the sacrifices and achievements of American and Allied soldiers during World War II's Italian Campaign. The resolution highlights the campaign's significant military operations, including the invasion of Sicily in July 1943, the Salerno landings in September 1943, and the eventual liberation of Rome in June 1944. It emphasizes the campaign's challenges, including harsh terrain, being outnumbered by German forces, and lasting 602 days, during which approximately 350,000 Allied casualties occurred, including 150,000 American casualties. The resolution recognizes the multinational effort, involving troops from multiple countries, and underscores the urgency of remembering this historic campaign as fewer World War II veterans remain alive. It calls for preserving battlefields and historical sites, supporting commemorative efforts, and encourages Americans to observe the day with ceremonies and reflection, ultimately expressing gratitude to the "Greatest Generation" who fought to restore peace and democracy in Italy.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/432/all-info