HR 48: Great Dane; 125th anniversary of its founding; recognize
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House Resolution 48
By: Representatives Stephens of the 164th, Hitchens of the 161st, Westbrook of the 163rd, Petrea of the 166th, and Jackson of the 165th
A RESOLUTION
Congratulating Great Dane upon the 125th anniversary of its founding; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, this year, Great Dane is celebrating a milestone anniversary that represents over a century of groundbreaking contributions to the transportation sector; and
WHEREAS, founded in 1900 as the Savannah Blow Pipe Company, Great Dane adapted to the growing American steel industry and began building flatbed trailers out of necessity to help move products; and
WHEREAS, located in Savannah, Georgia, the company was pivotal in the development of the first refrigerated trailers to transport fresh produce from Florida to the Northeastern states; and
WHEREAS, Great Dane trailers serve as the backbone of countless industries, reliably moving everything from life-saving medicine to intricate equipment for concerts; and
WHEREAS, as additional testament to its dedication to excellence, the company responded to our country's call by providing scores of heavy-duty trailers during World War II, earning the prestigious Army Navy E For Excellence; and
WHEREAS, whether introducing industry-first technologies or supporting its customers through innovative, sustainable solutions, Great Dane's teams have met the challenge of each decade with tenacity and innovation, continually shaping the way goods are transported across America and beyond; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this extraordinary company be appropriately recognized.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body congratulate Great Dane upon the grand occasion of the 125th anniversary of its founding and extend best wishes for its continued growth, development, and success.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Great Dane.