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Proc 8736ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8736

General Pulaski Memorial Day, 2011

President Obama proclaimed October 11, 2011 as General Pulaski Memorial Day to honor Brigadier General Casimir Pulaski, a Polish patriot who fought in the American Revolutionary War and is known as the "Father of the American Cavalry." The proclamation encourages Americans to commemorate the occasion with programs and activities paying tribute to Pulaski and those who defend freedom.

Federal Register Open PDF 76 FR 63999

Impact dates

  1. General Pulaski Memorial Day proclaimed

Key directives

  • Proclaim October 11, 2011 as General Pulaski Memorial Day
  • Encourage all Americans to commemorate with appropriate programs and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation takes effect; October 11, 2011 designated as General Pulaski Memorial Day

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8736: General Pulaski Memorial Day, 2011 · Executive Orders