LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Frank Milano for his devoted service to
his country and to recognize his outstanding contributions to the State
of New York

WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York, who
have served so valiantly and honorably in wars in which this country's
freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace in peace-
time, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to commend those
who have served in times of active conflict, as well as those who have
served in times of peace; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Frank Milano
for his devoted service to his country and to recognize his outstanding
contributions to the State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Frank Milano was called to active duty in 1942 as a member of
the Army Air Corps; upon completion of training and attending radio
school, he was ordered to Liverpool, England, for further training; and
WHEREAS, In 1944, he was transferred to Southampton, England, to
prepare for the invasion of Normandy; during and after the invasion, he
found himself in such places as Normandy, Paris, Belgium, German Rhine-
land, and Austria; and
WHEREAS, Frank Milano spent two years and ten months on active duty,
before being discharged as a Corporal on November 7, 1945; and
WHEREAS, This brave soldier received several decorations and medals
including the European, African, and Middle East Service Medal, American
Theater Service Medal, World War II Victory Medal, Good Conduct and the
Distinguished Unit Badge; and
WHEREAS, Frank Milano is a member of The Veterans of Foreign Wars and
the American Legion; he is a true patriot and still wears his World War
II Army Air Corps uniform for events such as Memorial Day parades and as
a salute to all veterans on Veterans Day; and
WHEREAS, Frank Milano spent his entire life in the entertainment busi-
ness working with big hands and many renowned people including movie
stars; he is well-known for his ballroom dancing; and
WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which these men and women served their country, and must recognize
that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those who gave their
lives for their beloved Nation and to those who continue to be missing
in action; and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited their patriotism both at home and abroad,
these men and women demonstrated their love for their country and merit
forevermore, the highest respect of their State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, Our Nation's veterans deserve to be recognized, commended and
thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service and for
their dedication to their communities, their State and their Nation;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Frank Milano for his devoted service to his country and to recog-
nize his outstanding contributions to the State of New York; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Frank Milano.