On the recordMay 20, 1987
Any American who has ever listened to a bugler sound Taps knows exactly why we set aside a special day each year to honor those who have died for our country and to pray for permanent peace.
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presidency.ucsb.eduAny American who has ever listened to a bugler sound Taps knows exactly why we set aside a special day each year to honor those who have died for our country and to pray for permanent peace.
Proclamation 5661—Prayer for Peace, Memorial Day, 1987
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