In an email statement to the public, Governor Bobby Jindal said that “I was honored to be a guest at the groundbreaking of the National World War II Museum Expansion in New Orleans on Monday. I was joined by leaders and public officials from across our nation as we work to make certain that the memories and history of World War II are never forgotten.
Louisiana is proud to be home to a national museum that honors the Greatest Generation. Louisiana was a major player in World War II - one of the main reasons that this museum was placed in New Orleans. We had more than 280,000 of our brave citizens who served - the 4th largest representation of service men and women in the country per capita.”
In his speech to the public, Jindal promised that he would help provide state funding for the expansion of the D-Day museum.As a Congresman, Jindal was helpful in making money availablefor the museum.
Jindal also discussed the importance of honoring individuals who serve the country and the community and are in uniform.
Joining Jindal on Monday was US Senator Mary Landrieu, Lt. Governor Mitch Landrieu, Arnie Fielkow, President of the New Orleans City Council.
