Bill Nelson: “this Nation honors in many ways the service of those who have worn the uniform of our Armed Forces and placed themselves…”

“this Nation honors in many ways the service of those who have worn the uniform of our Armed Forces and placed themselves in harm's way to defend our freedom and way of life. This Nation raises great monuments to commemorate the many battles and the countless heroes of those battles fought throughout our history. This Nation sets aside special days to remember the sacrifice of generations of Americans who have stepped forward in America's defense. This Nation hallows ground where we lay to rest those who have served us in our hour of greatest need. Our National Cemetery System is not only hallowed ground, national cemeteries are monuments to military service, the places where we go on those special days to pay tribute to the sacrifice of so many in our history. Today I offer legislation to establish a national cemetery near Jacksonville, FL, to meet the needs of thousands of veterans who have chosen to live out their lives in northeast Florida and southeast Georgia.”