Today, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. helped kick start the statue unveiling of Amelia Earhart during a ceremony in the U.S. Capitol. After waiting more than 20 years, Amelia Earhart's statue will replace fellow Atchison native and former U.S. Senator John Ingalls as a part of the renowned collection of statues in the U.S. Capitol. She will join President Dwight D. Eisenhower, our 34th President and Abilene native, as one of Kansas' tribute statues. You may click HERE for video of Senator Marshall's opening prayer.
Video below of the entire statue unveiling ceremony, which included remarks from Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, Senator Jerry Moran, and Representatives Sharice Davids (KS-3) and Jake LaTurner (KS-2).
