(For Suggested Use by Governors and Mayors)
 

P R O C L A M A T I O N
October 6, (current year)
GERMAN AMERICAN DAY

WHEREAS, it was on October 6, 1683, that the first Germans arrived in the United States; and

WHEREAS, today, more than 60 million Americans trace at least a part of their ancestry to Germany, and

WHEREAS, the Sons and daughters of Germany have served this city and this Country steadfastly over the years in all fields; and

WHEREAS, (insert some of the activities of Americans of German ancestry in your community), and

WHEREAS, (optional clause), and

WHEREAS, the invaluable contributions of Americans of German ancestry deserve recognition,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Governor (Mayor) of __________ , proclaim October 6, _____ and every October 6 thereafter as GERMAN AMERICAN DAY, and call upon all citizens to recognize the vital role German Americans have played in the development of our state (city) and nation.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, ! have hereunto set my hand and caused the great seal of the State of _______ (the city of______) to be hereunto affixed this _____ day of __________, A.D.

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Name and title plus state or city seal.