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Proc 8434ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8434

German-American Day, 2009

President Obama proclaimed October 6, 2009 as German-American Day, recognizing German Americans as the nation's largest ancestry group and celebrating their contributions to American culture, industry, and public life. The proclamation also noted the 60th anniversary of West Germany and 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Federal Register Open PDF 74 FR 52383

Impact dates

  1. German-American Day proclaimed

Key directives

  • Proclaim October 6, 2009 as German-American Day
  • Encourage all Americans to learn more about German American history and commemorate their contributions

Timeline

Immediate

  • October 6, 2009 designated as German-American Day

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8434: German-American Day, 2009 · Executive Orders