PUBLIC LAW 100-663—NOV. 15, 1988 102 STAT. 3925

Public Law 100-663
100th Congress

Joint Resolution

Designating November 27 through December 3, 1988, as "National Sir Winston Nov. 15, 1988
Churchill Recognition Week". [S.J. Res. 340]

Whereas April 9, 1988, marks the 25th anniversary of the granting
of honorary citizenship to Sir Winston Churchill by the United
States;

Whereas Sir Winston Churchill was born on November 30, 1874;

Whereas Sir Winston Churchill's mother, Jennie Jerome Churchill,
was an American, thereby making Sir Winston Churchill a son of
America though a subject of Great Britain;

Whereas Sir Winston Churchill inspired the world with his commit-
ment to the ideals of freedom, not only during peace time but
during the darkest moments of World War II;

Whereas Sir Winston Churchill recognized the importance of under-
standing history and the relevance of history to the present day;
and

Whereas Sir Winston Churchill made significant contributions to
the modern world: Now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United
States of America in Congress assembled, That November 27 through
December 3, 1988, is designated as "National Sir Winston Churchill
Recognition Week", and the President is authorized and requested
to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States
to observe such week with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

Approved November 15, 1988.

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 340:

CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 134 (1988):
Oct. 20, considered and passed Senate.
Oct. 21, considered and passed House.