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Eisenhower: As Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the United States I earnestly hope that all who can will accept this…

On the recordMay 11, 1955
As Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the United States I earnestly hope that all who can will accept this invitation to become better acquainted with the armed components of our National power for peace.
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Eisenhower
Republican · Kansas

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Message Recorded for Use in Conjunction With Observance of Armed Forces Day.

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