Harry Truman actually said...

In the interest of economy, both in time and money, we have agreed that the United States and the United Kingdom will continue to rely upon rifles and ammunition now in stock and currently being produced.

Context

Joint Statement Following Discussions With Prime Minister Churchill

01/08/1952

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