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Honoring Rhode Island Regiment: Congressional Gold Medal for Revolutionary Service

This act awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the First Rhode Island Regiment for their heroic service during the Revolutionary War. The medal will be given to the Rhode Island State Library for display and research. Citizens can purchase bronze duplicates, helping to cover production costs.
Key points
Historical Recognition: The act awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the First Rhode Island Regiment, including soldiers of African and Indigenous descent, for their pivotal role in the Revolutionary War.
Public Access: The original medal will be displayed at the Rhode Island State Library, and bronze duplicates will be available for purchase, allowing citizens to own a piece of history and support production costs.
Acknowledging Contributions: The act highlights the regiment's significance as one of the first units in American history where men of all races and ethnicities served, recognizing their vital contribution to national heritage.
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Additional Information
First Rhode Island Regiment Congressional Gold Medal Act
Print number: HR 2752
Sponsor: Rep. Cicilline, David N. [D-RI-1]
Process start date: 2023-04-20