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A message from League of United Latin American Citizens
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May 9, 2023
Contact: David Cruz - (818) 689-9991 Mobile
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LULAC CELEBRATES VICTORY ON THE HISTORICAL UNVEILING OF FT. CAVAZOS AT KILLEEN,
TEXAS
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Nation's Oldest and Largest Latino Civil Rights Organization Is Present for the
Name Change Honoring America's first Latino Army 4-Star General, Richard E.
Cavazos
Washington, DC - The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) issued the
following statement coinciding with the unveiling of Ft. Cavazos at 9 AM, Central
Time, the moment in history when the nation for the first time has a military
base named after a Latino.
Domingo García – LULAC National President
"LULAC is proud of this achievement on behalf of the U.S. Army's first Latino
four-star General, a true hero who served our country with honor and distinction
as an example to many other Latino men and women. General Cavazos earned his
place in our nation's military history and deserved to be memorialized. Further,
his story must be shared with future generations as an instructive example of
leadership and valor. General Cavazos devoted 33 years of his life in service to
our country with numerous honors for gallantry, including the Silver Star earned
in combat during decisive battles in the Korean War. We are honored to be present
and participating at this moment that stands as a tribute to a brave warrior and
a testament to the contributions of Latino military servicemembers worldwide."
Roman Palomares – LULAC Military and Veterans Affairs Committee Chair
"LULAC is elated that the home of the Army's largest military installation will
now carry the name of a Latino. This change marks a historic moment in our
country in recognizing a soldier who served at a great personal sacrifice. Time
and again, he rose to meet and overcome the greatest tests in his service, even
in the face of possibly losing his life in combat for others. LULAC will continue
to urge the Army to promote worthy Latino leaders into the officer ranks,
including at the highest levels. Service to God and Country was a hallmark belief
in General Cavazos' life, and those of us privileged to know him were struck by
the power of his dignified humility. There is no greater reward for an
individual's life than to be remembered for selflessness as the motivator for
future generations."
Jorge Haynes – LULAC Author of Ft. Cavazos National Resolution, Co-Founder LULAC
Council 777
"I could not be happier that our nation is honoring General Cavazos. Having known
him and his family for many years, I was privileged to write the document and
work with the team that led the charge. At first, I had to admit that the battle
looked tough, but we prevailed thanks to LULAC's perseverance. This tribute was
not for us, but for our community, so Latinos can stand tall and feel pride that
one of ours will be honored."
Analuisa Tapia – LULAC National Sergeant-at-Arms and District Director, Killeen,
Texas
"This base naming is an exclamation point in our country's military history that
will inspire untold numbers of Latino men and women in the years to come as they
carry out their service careers. LULAC members here in Killeen, the community of
Ft. Cavazos, feel a deep connection to this namesake established for an
individual who lived with honor and integrity and believed in loyal service to
our nation. We cheer and say with pride, que viva our first-ever four-star Latino
General, el General Ricardo Cavazos!"
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About LULAC
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is the nation’s largest and
oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans
and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with 1,000
councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and
advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of
today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org [ [link removed] ] .
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