make up the Wabanaki Confederacy. Shay is a direct descendent of Pe- nobscot Chief Joseph Orono, who fought with General Washington’s troops in the Revolutionary War. “We were second-class citizens in our own country but served this


country faithfully. In effect, we were fighting to protect our own land,” says Shay. “I know that bullets and shrapnel do not distinguish between


soldiers of different racial, national, ethnic or religious heritage. But, I know that not all those who served and sacrificed have been, or are, treated equally. This day will provide us with the opportunity to remind…and to honor those who have served or are now serving our country,” said Shay at the bill signing. Looking out over the Penobscot River that runs adjacent to his home, Shay points in the direction of Normandy, France. “On June 21st


we will unveil a twin turtle statue to the one on Omaha Beach. The turtles will be looking at each other across the ocean, to bring our peoples together.”X


For the past 13 years, Ramona du Houx has been the features writer for Maine Insights, a statewide newsmagazine. She’s written for various newspapers and magazines, has published a novel and is also a professional photographer. Contact her at duhoux2@tds.net.


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