Ronald Reagan: “Memorial Day was established to commemorate those who died in the…”

On the recordApril 23, 1981

Memorial Day was established to commemorate those who died in the defense of our national ideals.

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Republican · California

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Proclamation 4842—Memorial Day, May 25, 1981

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Ronald Reagan: “Memorial Day was established to commemorate those who died in the defense of our national ideals.”