HRES 1567
111th Congress
House
International Affairs
Asia
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Japan
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity
Welcoming and commending the Government of Japan for extending an official apology to all United States former prisoners of war from the Pacific War and moving forward in planning to invite surviving members to Japan.
Introduced: July 28, 2010
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Jul 28, 2010
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Jul 28, 2010
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
Commends the government of Japan for extending an official apology to all U.S. former prisoners of war from the Pacific War and planning to invite surviving members to Japan.
Requests that the government of Japan respect the wishes and sensibilities of these prisoners of war by providing an appropriate program for lasting remembrance and reconciliation that recognizes their sacrifices and forced labor.
Acknowledges the Department of State's work in advocating for these prisoners.
Applauds the dedication and patriotism of the members and descendants of the American Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor for their pursuit of justice and lasting peace.
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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