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Harry Truman: I appreciate very much the privilege of riding behind that famous Horse Guard, which I understand has escorted every…

On the recordAugust 28, 1949
I appreciate very much the privilege of riding behind that famous Horse Guard, which I understand has escorted every President that has come to Philadelphia since George Washington.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Remarks in Philadelphia at the American Legion Convention Luncheon.

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