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Corzine signs Veterans' Oral History Foundation bill in Atlantic City

Gov. Jon S. Corzine today signed a bill establishing a Veterans' Oral History Foundation during his visit with 2,750 soldiers of the New Jersey Army National Guard's 50th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) at the Atlantic City Convention Center.

The bill signing is part of a two-day event featuring a Career, Education and Support Services Expo for veterans.
"The Veterans' Oral History initiative will preserve and provide a vivid and far-reaching account of the personal experiences felt and lived out by the many brave servicemen and women from our great state," Corzine said. "New Jersey's rich military history and centuries of contributions and sacrifices will be shared for generations."
Read entire article at PressofAtlanticCity.com