Harry Truman actually said...

Now, Mr. President, on behalf of the Government and the people of the United States, I would like, while drinking a toast to you here, to present to you a special medal--solid gold--which has been cast in your honor.

Context

Remarks and Toasts at a Dinner in Honor of President Dutra of Brazil

05/17/1949

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