10/13/1962
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"In extending the congratulations of my country, I speak for a people who cherish individual liberty and independence and who have made great sacrifices so that these principles may endure, and who sha..."
"I am confident that in the future our two countries will be as one in safeguarding the greatest bond between us-our common belief in a free and democratic way of life."
"I wish to extend to you, your Government, and the people of the Republic of Rwanda, on the occasion of Rwanda's accession to independence, the congratulations and warm wishes of the people of the Unit..."
"We in the United States have observed with great interest the transition of Rwanda from its status as a UN Trust Territory to sovereign independence."