John Kennedy actually said...

"The war is now 20 years past, but I think that they can all take the strongest pride in having served their country during difficult and dangerous days in a service which required the utmost in skill ..."

"Thank you very much, Admiral."

"HELLO, Admiral, I want to express all of our thanks to you and to send our very best wishes to all those who served in the '110.'"

"I know its record very well."