Mr. Speaker. it is fitting that the House has recognized the needs of the members of the armed forces of Poland and Czechoslovakia who so valiantly fought against nations at war with the United States in World War I and World War II. and who after immigration to the United States. found themselves without adequate medical and hospital benefits. H.R. 71. long overdue legislation. would provide recognition to the Polish and Czech freedom fighters who have been American citizens for at least 10 years and who are not entitled to adequate medical care by a foreign government. and would provide them with that basic assistance. Those brave soldiers who would benefit from the legislation fought with great courage in alliance with. and against the foes of the United States and its major allies. When the Governments of Poland and Czechoslovakia changed many of the freedoms for which these men fought were relinquished. In their subsequent quest for their freedom. many Poles and Czechs immigrated to the United States and became contributing and active citizens in our country. As you know. similar legislation was
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