Herbert Hoover actually said...

I wish it to be known and recorded by the new board that the President has no interest in this matter other than to see that the best men should receive promotions.

Context

Letter to the Acting Secretary of the Navy on the Selection Board for Medical Officers.

08/06/1931

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