Marking the Slovenian-American Friendship Day

Remarks of Ambassador Jamie L. Harpootlian for the Slovenian-American Friendship Day Andraž nad Polzelo, April 6, 2022   President Pahor, Minister Tonin, Mayor Kužnik, Friends, Today we gather, Slovenians and Americans, to honor the brave crew of the American B-17 bomber called “Dark Eyes” and to honor the compassionate people of Andraž nad Polzelo for ... Read More»

Senator John McCain’s Remarks at Commemoration Ceremony at Andraž nad Polzelo

Mister President, Madame Minister, Mister Mayor, Generals, dear friends: it is a great honor to be invited to join you here in Andraž to remember the service and sacrifice of ten brave Americans, and to celebrate the enduring bond of friendship between the United States and Slovenia that is their legacy.  They were the crew of “Dark Eyes,” an American B-17 ... Read More»
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