[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 182 (Friday, November 3, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1051]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING THE 19TH ANNUAL FAIRFAX COUNTY HISTORY CONFERENCE

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, November 3, 2023

  Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the Fairfax County 
History Commission on the occasion of the 19th Annual Fairfax County 
History Conference.
  Since 1969, the Fairfax County History Commission has worked to 
identify, document, record and preserve the history of our region. 
There are few areas in the country that are as rich in history as our 
area is. The History Conference provides an opportunity to reflect on 
the accomplishments of the past year while recognizing our neighbors 
who have made significant contributions to preserving and promoting our 
local history. Through the dedicated efforts of the History Commission 
and its many volunteers, we are assured that our history will not be 
lost and will be available for future generations.
  This year, a number of dedicated individuals are being honored for 
their commitment to the preservation and education of history. I am 
proud to enter their names into the Congressional Record:
  Mike Salmon and Ean Eschenburg received the Mayo Stuntz Award for 
their work to promote and preserve the history of Fairfax County 
through video historic documentary production with their film, ``Small 
Family Cemeteries: is There Room in Fairfax County?''
  Josie Ballato received the Edith Moore Sprouse Prize for her interest 
in developing new data sources and maps to analyze influences on 
Fairfax County's growth from 1865 to 1965.
  Carole Herrick received the Lifetime Achievement Award for her 
contributions to the preservation of history in Fairfax County through 
her roles in organizations aimed at presenting and preserving the 
history of McLean.
  Nadine Mironchuk received the Lifetime Achievement Award for her 
service as a Sister historian and long-time member of Fairfax County's 
Bull Run Civil War Roundtable. She has been a longtime champion and 
devotee of both Civil War history in Fairfax County.
  Robert E. Beach received the Distinguished Achievement Award for his 
support of the Fairfax County History Commission over the past 22 
years. His academic and practice backgrounds as an Architect 
specializing in historic restorations has been an extraordinary 
resource for the Commission.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in congratulating all 
the honorees and thanking the Fairfax County History Commission for the 
important work they do for the Northern Virginia community.

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