On the recordSeptember 24, 1946
I direct, also, that on that day the flag of the United States be displayed on all Government buildings.
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presidency.ucsb.eduI direct, also, that on that day the flag of the United States be displayed on all Government buildings.
Proclamation 2705—Columbus Day, 1946
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