Political Quotes

“I stand today for myself and Senator Sarbanes to submit a resolution to honor the employees of the Curtis Bay Coast Guard Yard and the World War II veterans and civilian employees who served on the Coast Guard Cutters the Mendota and Pontchartrain, the largest ships built at this yard during that war. The Coast Guard Yard in Curtis Bay, MD is preparing for its 95th anniversary. This event has even more significance, because the yard is also commemorating the 50th anniversary of the launching of the Coast Guard cutters Mendota and Pontchartrain. Through two World Wars, the Korean war and the Vietnam war, Curtis Bay has been the yard for the Coast Guard's shipbuilding and repair activities. This facility has consistently provided cost effective and high quality work for this Nation. The Coast Guard Yard is also more than just a facility, it is an integral part of the Curtis Bay community. Three generations have worked at the yard, and have built a tradition of quality and a unique relationship between the civilian and military personnel. It is that relationship, a relationship that allowed the yard to successfully launch the Mendota and Pontchartrain, that the resolution I am introducing truly honors.”