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Article: REP. PETERSON PAYS TRIBUTE TO MINNESOTA NATIONAL GUARD

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April 7, 2006
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Rep. Collin C. Peterson, D-Minn. (7th CD), issued the following press release:

This week, Rep. Collin Peterson spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to congratulate and pay tribute to the Minnesota National Guard on its 150th Anniversary. The text of his remarks follow:

EXTENSION OF REMARKS

Congratulating the Minnesota National Guard On its 150th Anniversary

Mr. Peterson of Minnesota: Mr. Speaker, on April 17, Minnesota National Guard will celebrate its 150th Anniversary. It is with great pride that I rise today to pay tribute to the Minnesota National Guard and its past, present and future soldiers.

The Minnesota National Guard has a rich history. It is two years older ...

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