02/01/1961
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"We appreciate his willingness to resign his position to come with us."
"He confirmed the willingness of the United States to offer in accordance with the spirit of the Declaration of Neutrality made by the Royal Government of Laos on July 9, 1962, its moral and material s..."
"Our main reliance now must be on the more firmly established active Army, as well as its sister services."
"They merit a resounding 'Well Done' from a grateful Nation."