 Chaplains have been caring for soldiers since 29 July 1775 after General George Washington insisted that the Continental Congress create the Chaplain Corps as an integral part of the Continental Army. Today's Chaplain Corps continues that legacy by nurturing the living caring for the wounded and honoring the fallen just as the Continental Army Chaplain Corps did 242 years ago. Chaplain Corps members serve all soldiers of all faiths and they go with us everywhere our nation sends us anywhere in the world. As we celebrate the 242nd anniversary of the Army Chaplain Corps, I want to encourage everyone across the Army to thank all Chaplains, Chaplain's assistants and other Chaplain Corps members who serve America's soldiers and our families.