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Woodrow Wilson: No soldiers or sailors ever proved themselves more quickly ready for the test of battle or acquitted themselves with…

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No soldiers or sailors ever proved themselves more quickly ready for the test of battle or acquitted themselves with more splendid courage and achievement when put to the test.
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Woodrow Wilson
Democratic · New Jersey

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Wilson praises the courage and readiness of American soldiers and sailors in battle, reflecting on their achievements during World War I.

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