Proclamation - Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

P R O C L A M A T I O N

            Whereas, On a quiet Sunday morning, December 7, 1941, more than 2,400 Americans were killed in the attack on Pearl Harbor. On that day, life changed in America, and the course of history was altered forever; and

            Whereas, our citizens reacted to the attack with firm determination to defeat tyranny and secure our Nation. This enterprise required the commitment and effort of our entire country. At the height of the conflict, the United States had ships on every ocean and troops on five continents. In all, more than 16 million Americans wore the uniform of our Nation and came from all walks of life. They served honorably and fought fiercely. At home, millions more contributed to the war effort, laboring for victory in factories, on farms, and across America; and  

            Whereas, today we honor those who fought and died at Pearl Harbor, and we pay special tribute to the veterans of World War II. Those heroes hold a cherished place in our history. Through their courage, sacrifice, and selfless dedication, they saved our country and preserved freedom.

Now, Therefore, I, Steve Wright, Mayor of the City of Seaside, in the State of Oregon, do hereby proclaim December 7, 2023, as

PEARL HARBOR REMEMBRANCE DAY

and call upon the citizens of Seaside to observe this solemn occasion with appropriate ceremonies and activities. 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the City of Seaside to be affixed this 27th day of November 2023.

STEVE WRIGHT, MAYOR