Recognizing the 245th anniversary of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse and encouraging all United States citizens to visit the Guilford Courthouse National Military Park in Guilford County, North Carolina.
Summary
H. Res. 1111 is a commemorative House resolution recognizing the 245th anniversary of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse, fought on March 15, 1781, in Guilford County, North Carolina. The resolution recounts the battle’s role in the Revolutionary War, highlighting the American forces led by Nathanael Greene, the heavy British losses under Charles Cornwallis, and the battle’s importance in weakening British control in the Carolinas and contributing to the eventual American victory.
The resolution also notes the creation of the Guilford Courthouse National Military Park in 1917 and encourages Americans to visit the park, especially in connection with the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence. It is primarily an expression of recognition and encouragement rather than a regulatory or funding measure, and it was referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Impact
The bill does not amend state law or federal statutory law, create new programs, or authorize spending. Its practical effect is limited to a formal congressional recognition of a historic event and a public encouragement to visit the Guilford Courthouse National Military Park in North Carolina. The resolution may support heritage tourism and public awareness of the battlefield and park, but it has no direct legal or regulatory impact on states, local governments, or private parties.
Sentiment
The available context suggests broadly positive and noncontroversial sentiment. The resolution is framed around honoring Revolutionary War history, commemorating sacrifice, and promoting public visitation to a national military park. Because there were no recorded committee transcripts or votes, there is no evidence of organized opposition or debate in the available materials.
Contention
No notable points of contention are reflected in the available record. The measure is a symbolic commemorative resolution, so any disagreement would likely be limited to general views about congressional commemorations or the emphasis on heritage tourism rather than any substantive policy dispute. The bill’s sponsors and the resolution’s language indicate support for historical recognition and North Carolina’s role in the Revolutionary War.