03/20/1977
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"I have a great affection for him personally and a great obligation for what he has meant to me."
"The U.S. does not expect to do so."
"If this should prove impossible, we are in fact prepared to depart."
"I think that this kind of dedication to the defense of our country extends down to the newest and most junior crewmember who serves on the U.S.S. Los Angeles."