Political Quotes

On the recordMay 13, 1931
Their work has been done, not for financial reward, but in that willing and faithful performance of duty which is the tradition of the Army, in peace and in war.
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Herbert Hoover
Republican · California

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Message to the Army Chief of Staff on the Completion of the Survey by the Interoceanic Canal Board.

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