On the recordMarch 17, 1969
Mrs. Newlin, there is very little I can add to that citation, but we do want you to know that the people of this country are grateful for the sacrifice of your son.
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presidency.ucsb.eduMrs. Newlin, there is very little I can add to that citation, but we do want you to know that the people of this country are grateful for the sacrifice of your son.
Remarks on Presenting the Medal of Honor Posthumously to Pfc. Melvin E. Newlin, USMC.
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