A resolution to designate September 9, 2025, as "National World War II Italian Campaign Remembrance Day", and to recognize the sacrifices made by American and Allied soldiers who liberated Italy from German occupation during World War II.
This Senate resolution designates September 9, 2025, as "National World War II Italian Campaign Remembrance Day" and acknowledges the sacrifices of American and Allied soldiers who liberated Italy from German occupation during World War II. It lays out a historical framework of the Italian Campaign, highlighting key milestones (Sicily invasion, the Armistice with Italy, the Salerno landings, Monte Cassino, Rome’s liberation, and the Axis surrender). The measure emphasizes preserving battlefields, cemeteries, and historical sites in Italy, supporting commemorative and educational efforts, and encouraging public observance. It also requests the President to issue a proclamation urging Americans to commemorate the Italian Campaign and honor those who served and died. As a non-binding Senate resolution, it expresses the sense of the Senate and does not by itself create new laws or funding.
Key Points
- 1Designates September 9, 2025, as “National World War II Italian Campaign Remembrance Day.”
- 2Recognizes the bravery, service, and sacrifices of American and Allied forces in the campaign to liberate Italy.
- 3Emphasizes the importance of preserving battlefields, cemeteries, and historical sites in Italy as sacred places of remembrance.
- 4Supports commemorative and educational efforts to preserve the memory of the Italian Campaign for future generations.
- 5Encourages public observance of the day with ceremonies and education, and requests the President to issue a proclamation urging remembrance and gratitude for those who served.