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Harry Truman: I sincerely hope that you will continue your studies of the peoples of the world, and that eventually when you get to be…

On the recordFebruary 2, 1949
I sincerely hope that you will continue your studies of the peoples of the world, and that eventually when you get to be as old as I am, that the United Nations will be functioning fully and completely, in keeping the peace of the world--which we all want.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Remarks to Young Representatives From Marshall Plan Countries.

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