Mr. President. this year marks the 150th anniversary of the sailing of the first group of immigrants from Norway to the United States. The sloop Restoration sailed from Stavanger. Norway. on July 4. 1825. and arrived in New York a little more than 3 months later on October 9. 1825. That first group of immigrants set off a wave of emigration from Norway that did not recede for 100 years. Norwegian Americans and other citizens of Scandinavian descent have made major contributions to the strength and welfare of our Nation. A few days ago. on July 4. celebrations were held in Stavanger.
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