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Whereas, This date marks the anniversary of the Declaration of Scottish Independence in 1320 at Arbroath Abbey on the east coast of Scotland; and
Whereas, The Declaration of Scottish Independence included the famous words that are imbedded in the hearts of all Scots today, "For we fight not for glory, nor riches, nor honours, but for freedom alone, which no good man gives up except with his life"; and
Whereas, The State of Nevada is proud to recognize and acknowledge the contributions of the local "Sierra Highlanders Pipe Band" and the efforts of the many Scottish descendants locally who proudly represent their heritage, including Patricia A. Puchert, Nevada Commissioner of the CLAN DONALD USA, Ronn Everman, Director and Chairman of the International Celtic Games and Gatherings, Incline Village of the CLAN MACAEVER, William A. Glenn, Nevada Commissioner of the CLAN CHATTAN, John E. McLennan, M.D., of the CLAN MACLENNAN, Hugh Lantz, Chief of the Nevada Society of Scottish Clans, Reno, Jerry D. Lester, President of the St. Andrews Society of Southern Nevada, Las Vegas, Daniel Luke, Chief of the Sierra Nevada Celtic Society, Reno, and Elizabeth Howe, Northern Nevada Governor of the CLAN RAMSAY; and
Whereas, As a result of improved communications via the informational highway, Tartan Day has become recognized internationally with five countries currently participating in its celebration; and
Whereas, On April 6, the Scots-American community in Nevada will join the Nevada Society of Scottish Clans, Reno, the Sierra Nevada Celtic Society, Reno, and the St. Andrews Society of Southern Nevada, Las Vegas, and with a combined membership of approximately 800 will proudly WEAR THE TARTAN; now, therefore,