Governor Gretchen Whitmer is a lifelong Michigander. She is a lawyer, an educator, former prosecutor, State Representative and Senator. She was the first woman to lead a Senate caucus. But the most important title she boasts is MOM. Inspired by her family, she’s devoted her life to building a stronger Michigan for everyone.
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June 18, 2022
WHEREAS, during World War II, Destroyer Escorts were a special class of fighting ships capable of performing an impressive variety of duties even though they were lightly armed and had little protection from enemy fire; and,
WHEREAS, Destroyer Escorts were successful in completing a wide range of combat assignments, including anti-submarine duty, convoy escorts, shore bombardments, and search and rescue missions; and,
WHEREAS, today, the Destroyer Escorts are remembered for being one of the most versatile and useful ships in recent history; and,
WHEREAS, the citizens of Michigan have a tremendous amount of pride in our service members who courageously served aboard Destroyer Escorts during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War; and,
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, do hereby proclaim June 18, 2022 as Destroyer Escort Day in Michigan.