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Recognizing 25th Union Army Corps for Liberating Enslaved People in Texas

This House of Representatives resolution recognizes and thanks the 25th Army Corps of the Union Army for their pivotal role in capturing Galveston, Texas, in 1865 and liberating thousands of enslaved people. It highlights their contribution to the struggle for human rights and the abolition of slavery, serving as an important reminder of courage and justice for future generations.
Key points
The resolution officially thanks the 25th Army Corps of the Union Army for their actions in Galveston, Texas, in 1865.
It emphasizes the Corps' role in liberating thousands of enslaved people, directly impacting many lives.
It acknowledges their contribution to the fight for human rights and the abolition of slavery, a crucial part of U.S. history.
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Print number: 119_HRES_644
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Process start date: 2025-08-08