September 18, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1907 over the Delhi massacres in which over dered another 20,000 Sikhs in Delhi and the Cuba has allowed Amnesty into the country 20,000 Sikhs were murdered while the Sikh surrounding areas in the massacres of No- more recently. What is India hiding? police were locked in their barracks. vember 1984. Sikhs were burned alive, Sikh My organization, the Council of Khalistan, It was Beant Singh, a Congress Party Chief businesses were burned, Sikhs were chained is leading the Sikh struggle for freedom and to trucks. The driver for Baba Charam sovereignty. Working with the Congress of Minister, who presided over the murders of Singh, a Sikh religious leader, was killed by the United States, we have internationalized over 50,000 Sikhs while he was in office. No tying his legs to jeeps which then drove off the struggle for freedom for Sikhs and all one from that party has the moral authority to in different directions. the people of South Asia since the Council of speak on nonviolence, especially when there Sardar Jaswant Singh Khalra looked at Khalistan’s inception on October 7, 1987, the are so many better spokespersons, such as the records of the cremation grounds at day that the Sikh Nation declared its inde- the Dalai Lama, who will be in America to re- Patti, Tarn Taran, and Durgiana Mandar and pendence from India. We have worked to pre- ceive an award right after Mrs. Gandhi’s documented at least 6,018 secret cremations serve the accurate history of the Sikhs and of young Sikh men ages 20–30. These young speech. the repression of minorities by India by pre- Sikhs were arrested by the police, tortured, serving the information in the Congressional Madam Speaker, the Council of Khalistan murdered, then declared unidentified and se- wrote an excellent letter to UN Secretary Gen- Record. We continue to work for freedom for cretly cremated. Their bodies were not even the Sikh Nation. Self-determination is the eral Ban Ki-moon, which follows. returned to their families. They have never essence of democracy. COUNCIL OF KHALISTAN, officially been accounted for. The Punjab We cannot accept the leader of the Con- September 12, 2007. Human Right Commission estimates that gress Party, the party that carried out the Hon. BAN KI-MOON, about 50,000 such secret cremations have oc- bulk of these atrocities, speaking to an orga- Secretary-General of the United Nations, Dag curred. nization like the United Nations on a subject Hammerskjold Plaza, New York, NY. For exposing this horrendous atrocity, like non-violence, especially when there are DEAR SECRETARY GENERAL BAN: It has Sardar Khalra was abducted by the police on much better spokespersons available. I can- come to my attention that you are having September 6, 1995 whi1e he was washing his not urge you strongly enough to cancel this Sonia Gandhi speak to the United Nations on car, then murdered in police custody. The appearance. nonviolence on October 2. Mrs. Gandhi has only witness to his kidnapping, Rajiv Singh Thank you in advance for your attention no moral standing to be discussing this sub- Randhawa, has been repeatedly harassed by to this situation and helping the people of ject. I urge you to find someone else. Per- the police. Once he was arrested for trying to South Asia. haps the Dalai Lama, who will be in the hand a petition to the then-British Home Sincerely, United States the following weekend to re- Minister, Jack Straw. in front of the Golden DR. GURMIT, SINGH AULAKH, ceive an award, would be a good choice. Temple in Amritsar. President, Council of Khalistan. There are other people more qualified than Police SSP Swaran Singh Ghotna tortured f Mrs. Gandhi, as well. and murdered Akal Takhl Jathedar Gurdev How could you pick the head of India’s Singh Kaunke and has never been punished HONORING MAJOR BERNARD Congress Party for this talk? India is one of for doing so. K.P.S. Gill, who was responsible PROCTOR, PHD the most violent countries in the world. Ac- for the murders of over 150,000 Sikhs in his cording to the Punjab State Magistracy, time as Director General of Police, is still over 250,000 Sikhs have been murdered at the walking around scot-free. He was even in- HON. JOE SESTAK hands of the Indian government. Between volved in leading the Indian Olympic field OF PENNSYLVANIA 1993 and 1995, according to the United States hockey team. His trip to the Atlanta Olym- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Department of State, the Indian government pics in 1996 was protested by the Sikh com- paid out over 41,000 cash bounties to police munity in the United States, which is over Tuesday, September 18, 2007 officers for killing Sikhs. A report by the half a million strong, but he was allowed to Mr. SESTAK. Madam Speaker, our Nation Movement Against State Repression (MASR) come to the Olympics on an Olympic Com- will soon commemorate the 230th Anniversary reveals that over 52,000 Sikhs are being held mittee visa. Immediately after the Olympic of the Battle of Brandywine. Let me take this as political prisoners without charge or trial. hockey game, he was shipped back to Punjab opportunity to relate the importance of that Some have been in illegal custody since 1984! as a threat to peace and an affront to the Amnesty International reports that tens of Sikh community. 50 members of the U.S. battle, the largest land battle of the Revolu- thousands of other minorities are being held Congress from both parties wrote to the tionary War, and to remember the brave sol- as political prisoners as well. In addition, the President protesting his appearance in the diers who fought for the independence of our regime has kil1ed 300,000 Christians in United States. country. Nagaland, more than 90,000 Kashmiri Mus- Unfortunately, other minorities have also In 1777, the British army campaigned to lims and tens of thousands of Muslims and suffered greatly under the boot of Indian re- control Philadelphia, which was then the cap- Christians in the rest of the country, and pression. In March 2002, 5,000 Muslims were ital of the newly-declared United States of tens of thousands of Assamese, Bodos, Dalits killed in Gujarat while police were ordered America. British General William Howe and his (the dark-skinned aboriginal people of South to stand by and let the carnage happen, in an Asia, referred to as ‘‘Untouchables’’), eerie parallel to the Delhi massacre of Sikhs troops approached Philadelphia through the Manipuris, Tamils, and others. in November 1984 in which Sikh police offi- Chesapeake, landing in Elkton, Maryland in The Gandhi family were perhaps the most cers were locked in their barracks while the early September of that year. cruel of Indian rulers; it was Mrs. Gandhi’s state-run television and radio called for American General George Washington was mother-in-law, Indira Gandhi, who suspended more Sikh blood. confident that his army would secure the cap- democracy and imposed martial law (dicta- Christians have suffered under a wave of ital city. On September 9, 1777, American torship) on the country. It was the Congress repression since Christmas 1998. An Aus- troops were stationed along the Brandywine Party under Indira Gandhi, then under Mrs. tralian missionary, Graham Staines, and his River, guarding the fords. Washington’s strat- Gandhi’s husband, Rajiv Gandhi, who suc- two young sons, ages 8 and 10, were burned to ceeded Indira Gandhi as Prime Minister, that death while they slept in their jeep by a mob egy was to force a fight at Chadds Ford, the government carried out the brutal at- of Hindu militants connected with the where the Americans would have the advan- tack on the Golden Temple in Amritsar, the Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS), an tage. center and seat of the Sikh religion, in June organization formed in support of the Fas- On September 9, a small portion of British 1984, as well as 224 other Gurdwaras (Sikh cists. The mob surrounded the burning jeep troops marched from Kennett Square as if places of worship) throughout Punjab. Sikh and chanted ‘‘Victory to Hannuman,’’ a they would battle the Americans at Chadds leaders Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, Hindu god. None of the mob has ever been Ford. However, the majority of British troops General Shabeg Singh, and others, as well as brought to justice; instead the crime has this time marched north to cross the river at a over 20,000 Sikhs were killed in these at- been blamed on one scapegoat. Mr. Staines’s tacks. The Sikh holy scripture, the Guru widow was thrown out of the country after ford unknown to Washington and his army. Granth Sahib, written in the time of the the incident. An American missionary, Jo- The battle began in the early morning on Sikh Gurus, was shot full of bullet holes by seph Cooper of Pennsylvania, was expelled September 11. Washington, believing that all the Indian Army. Over 100 young Sikh boys from India after being beaten so severely of Howe’s army would fight at Chadds Ford, ages 8 to 13 were taken out into the court- that he had to spend a week in the hospital. was unprepared when British troops arrived at yard and asked if they supported Khalistan, None of the persons responsible for beating the right flank of the American line. He or- the independent Sikh state. When they an- Mr. Cooper has been prosecuted. Churches dered his troops to take the high ground, near swered with the Sikh religious incantation have been burned. Christian schools and the Birmingham Friends Meetinghouse to de- ‘‘Bole So Nihal’’ they were summarily shot prayer halls have been attacked and vandal- fend their position. However, British troops to death. ized, priests have been murdered, nuns have After Indira Gandhi was killed, Rajiv Gan- been raped, all with impunity. Police broke were already stationed nearby, and the Ameri- dhi said, ‘‘When a tree falls, the Earth up a Christian religious festival with gunfire. cans were unable to secure these grounds. shakes.’’ Then he locked the Sikh Police in Amnesty International has not been al- General Howe’s army soundly defeated the their barracks while the government mur- lowed into Punjab since 1978. Even Castro’s Americans due to their superior position and

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:24 Sep 19, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18SE8.010 E18SEPT1 cnoel on PRODPC60 with REMARKS_CN E1908 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 18, 2007 the surprise of their attack. By night, Washing- TRIBUTE TO SIR DAVID GEOFFREY HONORING MR. CARL ULLRICH ton’s troops were forced to retreat to Chester. MANNING Despite being outnumbered and outmaneu- HON. JOE SESTAK vered, Washington’s troops fought valiantly. OF PENNSYLVANIA The American Congress was able to escape HON. PETER T. KING IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from Philadelphia to safety in Lancaster, and OF NEW YORK Tuesday, September 18, 2007 then York, PA. Military supplies were also re- moved from the capital city before the impend- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. SESTAK. Madam Speaker, I rise before ing British takeover. you to honor Carl Ullrich on his recent induc- On September 26, 1777, British forces Tuesday, September 18, 2007 tion in the Army’s Sports Hall of Fame and his lifetime of service to our Nation’s young ath- marched unopposed through the city of Phila- Mr. KING of New York. Madam Speaker, delphia. This takeover proved of little strategic letes and his service to our Nation both in today I rise to recognize the remarkable and U.S. Navy during World War II and in the U.S. value, however. significant career of the distinguished British Washington’s troops regrouped. The Gen- Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Ambassador to the United States, Sir David eral wrote to John Hancock that night, ‘‘Not- Ullrich was the first civilian director of athletics Geoffrey Manning. Ambassador Manning is withstanding the misfortune of the day, I am at the Military Academy at West Point serving happy to find the troops in good spirits; and I stepping down from his post after 4 years of in that capacity from 1980 to 1990. He hope another time we shall compensate for devoted service and I would like to commend oversaw five winning football seasons, the the losses now sustained.’’ Congress sent re- him on his long service to the British Govern- program’s first three bowl game appearances, inforcements, strengthening the American ment and his vital contributions to the endur- and negotiated a deal to ensure the winner of army. ing relationship between the United States and the Commander in Chiefs Trophy was invited Washington’s troops successfully defended the United Kingdom. to a post-season bowl game. the military supplies in Reading. On June 18, Mr. Ullrich has a long career in mentoring Ambassador Manning began his career as a and teaching our youth and young adults, 1778, British troops abandoned Philadelphia civil servant in the Foreign and Common- and the city returned to American control. starting in 1952 with a coaching position at the wealth office in 1972, where he was posted in Friends Academy in New York and includes f the Mexico/Central America Department. He serving as a couch at Irvington High School PERSONAL EXPLANATION then served in posts in Warsaw, New Delhi, and Newark Academy in New Jersey, fresh- and Paris. It was in 1990 that Sir David was man crew coach at Cornell University, varsity HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. appointed to the senior position of Counselor, crew coach at Columbia University and Boston Head of Chancery in Moscow. Ambassador University, and as an assistant commandant OF GEORGIA Manning held this post from 1990 to 1993, at the Sanford Naval Academy. He served as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES during which time the fall of communism and athletic administrator at the Naval Academy Tuesday, September 18, 2007 the break-up of the former Soviet Union oc- for 11 years where he supervised the areas of Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I curred. admissions, counseling, recruiting, eligibility, Congressional liaison, and NCAA and AlAW regret that I was unavoidably absent yesterday In 1995, Ambassador Manning was named afternoon, September 17, on very urgent busi- policy, and coached the Navy varsity crew for British Ambassador to Israel during the difficult ness. Had I been present for the three votes 6 years, winning the Eastern Intercollegiate period after the assassination of Israeli Prime which occurred yesterday evening, I would championship in 1971. have voted ‘‘aye’’ on H.R. 3246; rollcall vote Minister Yitzhak Rabin. He served in that post Additionally, Mr. Ullrich has served as ath- No. 867, I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ on H.R. with distinction throughout his 3 years of serv- letic director of Western Michigan University, 1657; rollcall vote No. 868, and I would have ice. In 2001, Sir David was appointed to head the President of the Metro Atlantic Athletic voted ‘‘aye’’ on H. Res. 3527; rollcall vote No. the UK delegation to NATO in Brussels, a post Conference, and in many capacities for the 869. he held for 8 months until he was designated NCAA and ECAC. He has also served as the initial Executive Director of the Patriot League, f by Prime Minister Tony Blair to serve as his chief foreign policy adviser. It was in this ca- and most recently as the Athletic Director of TRIBUTE TO MR. EDWARD ‘‘JACK’’ pacity that he worked closely for Prime Min- St. Andrews Presbyterian College. He was EUBANKS ister Blair in the aftermath of September 11, awarded the Eastern College Athletic Con- 2001, and for the 2 years that followed. It was ference’s James Lynah Distinguished Achieve- HON. RON LEWIS in this position that Ambassador Manning also ment Award in 1995 in recognition of his out- OF KENTUCKY developed a close working relationship with standing success in his career and his extraor- dinary contribution in the interest of intercolle- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, who at that time was serving as President Bush’s na- giate athletics. Tuesday, September 18, 2007 Mr. Ullrich served his country in active duty tional security adviser. Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky. Madam Speaker, I in both World War II and the Korean Conflict rise today to recognize Mr. Edward ‘‘Jack’’ In September 2003, Ambassador Manning reaching the rank of Captain in the U.S. Ma- Eubanks, a proud veteran and dedicated pub- was appointed by Prime Minister Blair to be rine Corps. lic servant. Mr. Eubanks, a resident of Eliza- the British ambassador to the United States, Madam Speaker, I ask you to join me in bethtown, Kentucky, is retiring after 43 years the 40th ambassador to hold this post. In this honoring Carl Ullrich, an inspiration to over of service to our country. position, Sir David has played an invaluable five decades of this nation’s young athletes Mr. Eubanks served in the United States role in strengthening the uniquely close U.S.- and an exemplary role-model of service and Army for 20 years and retired as sergeant first UK alliance. Now after four years of service, dedication for them to follow. class. His military service included three over- he is leaving Washington and I want to take f seas tours of duty, one being in Vietnam. this opportunity to thank him for his distin- TRIBUTE TO THE CUSIMANO Upon his retirement from the Army, Mr. guished service to the United Kingdom and for FAMILY Eubanks joined the Federal civilian workforce the friendship he has consistently shown to- at Fort Knox, Kentucky, serving most recently ward the United States. I have appreciated my as Chief of Armor Center Protocol. During his HON. ZOE LOFGREN dealings with Ambassador Manning on a OF CALIFORNIA 23 years of civilian work, he has been the re- range of issues including the war against ter- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cipient of the Superior Civilian Service Award rorism and the fulfillment of the Irish Peace Tuesday, September 18, 2007 twice, the Gold Medallion-Noble Patron of Process. And on a personal level, my wife Armor, and the Kentucky Distinguished Serv- Rosemary and I have thoroughly enjoyed our Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Madam ice Medal. relationship with Ambassador Manning and his Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to the Cusimano It is my privilege to honor Jack Eubanks family as they and our community gather this wife Catherine. today, before the entire United States House month to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the of Representatives, for his service to his coun- Sir David, thank you for your impressive Cusimano Family Colonial Mortuary. try. I wish Jack, and his wife Kathy a safe and service and I wish you and Lady Catherine the The Cusimano Family Colonial Mortuary happy retirement. best in all your future endeavors. was founded in 1957 by Joseph and Sue

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