Dwight Eisenhower actually said...

You are given that most priceless of opportunities: to work directly and specifically for the welfare of the United States of America, and there is no greater honor that is achievable by any American.

Context

Remarks at The Citadel, Charleston, South Carolina.

04/11/1955

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