Ronald Reagan actually said...

The measure of their heroism is that only a few seconds after they had completed the rescue, the vehicle exploded.

Remarks on Presenting the Young American Medals for Bravery and Service

09/10/1981

More Ronald Reagan Quotes

Americans can be proud that economic growth in the United States has helped fuel the recovery of our trading partners.

Let's give peace a chance in Nicaragua and in all of Central America.

The American people also made that pledge: Never again.

We must not forget our duty to those who perished, our duty to bring justice to those who perpetrated unspeakable deeds.