Commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the Mann Gulch fire by designating August 5, 2024, as "Mann Gulch Memorial Tribute Day".

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Commemorates the 75th Anniversary of the Mann Gulch fire.
Designates August 5, 2024, as “Mann Gulch Memorial Tribute Day.”
Remembers the tragic loss of 12 smokejumpers and 1 district fire guard in the 1949 Mann Gulch fire.
Acknowledges that 8 of the 13 victims were World War II veterans.
Quotes a survivor emphasizing the importance of remembering the fallen and respecting the dangers of wildfires.
Notes planned memorial tribute activities in Helena, Montana, at Mann Gulch, and at the gravesites of the victims across several states.
Highlights the impact of the tragedy on improving fire-fighting training, safety equipment, and strategies.
Honors the memory of the individuals who lost their lives in the fire.
Expresses appreciation for current wildfire fighters in the United States.