Husqvarna Sponsors Capitol Holiday Tree

CHARLOTTE, N.C.-Husqvarna, for the fifth consecutive year, is an official sponsor of the 2004 Capitol Holiday Tree, which will decorate the front lawn of the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. Husqvarna will provide two professional-grade chain saws for the tree cutting ceremony and safety apparel for the ?EUR??,,????'??fellers.?EUR??,,????'??

The 70-foot red spruce will be cut in Virginia's George Washington National Forest and will tour 33 communities throughout the state before being delivered via truck to Capitol Hill. Before starting its journey, the tree will be displayed at a November 13 send-off ceremony in Highland County. Once in Washington, D.C., the tree will be the centerpiece of an official lighting ceremony, scheduled for December 9, and will be adorned with handmade ornaments from the residents of Virginia.

Husqvarna, a member of the Electrolux Group, offers forest, lawn and garden power equipment.