On the recordMarch 19, 1946
I urge my fellow citizens to be mindful of the Army's needs, to the end that our soldiers overseas do not lack the means of performing effectively their continuing duties.
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presidency.ucsb.eduI urge my fellow citizens to be mindful of the Army's needs, to the end that our soldiers overseas do not lack the means of performing effectively their continuing duties.
Proclamation 2682—Army Day, 1946
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