; Whereas elements of the 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team deployed to Afghanistan in 2014 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Freedom’s Sentinel, and the Resolute Support mission led by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization; Whereas the citizen-soldiers of the 41st Division, the 41st Infantry Division, and the 41st Infantry Brigade— (1) came from a diverse set of backgrounds; (2) were employed in a wide range of civilian professions; (3) brought their civilian experience to bear in fulfilling their military duties; (4) served the United States selflessly; and (5) fought with bravery and honor across many generations; and Whereas the citizen-soldiers of the 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team continue to uphold this tradition, protecting Oregon and serving the United States both at home and abroad through their courage and dedication: Now, therefore, be it