03/02/1947
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"I believe that General Walker's outstanding accomplishments as Commanding General of the Eighth United States Army in Korea fully entitle him to this recognition."
"I hope that it may receive prompt consideration by the Congress."
"Attached is a draft of a joint resolution which would authorize this appointment."
"There he proved himself to be a brilliant military commander and his indomitable courage was an inspiration to all the troops under his command."