H4959

Wereth 11

Introduced·1/15/26

Recognizes the heroism of Private Curtis Adams and the "Wereth 11" and designates December 17 as "Wereth 11 Remembrance Day" in South Carolina.

This resolution honors Private Curtis Adams and the "Wereth 11," eleven Black soldiers from the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion who were captured, tortured, and executed by German SS troops during World War II. It recognizes their bravery and sacrifices and designates December 17 as "Wereth 11 Remembrance Day" in South Carolina to ensure their legacy is remembered.

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History

Feb 18

Senate

Adopted, returned to House with concurrence

Feb 12

Senate

Recalled from Committee on Family and Veterans' Services

Jan 20

Senate

Introduced