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On the recordFebruary 26, 1947
Throughout World War II, and now in this trying postwar period, we are maintaining this tradition of humanitarianism.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Remarks to Representatives of the American Council of Voluntary Agencies for Foreign Service.

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