Recommendations for Recognition of Merchant Seamen for War Service1944-04-17Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/enghttp://congressarchives.org/record/CAC_CC_047_1_5_87_0001The document acknowledges a letter from Congressman Schwabe regarding the status of merchant seamen and provides information on their rights and benefits. It mentions that merchant seamen are not covered by workmen's compensation laws but are entitled to wages and medical attention if they are injured or fall ill while serving on a vessel. It also discusses proposed legislation to provide benefits to merchant seamen and their dependents. The document emphasizes the important role merchant seamen have played in the war effort and the need to recognize and support their service.