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Woodrow Wilson: And whereas it is proper that in the performance of such ceremonial acts as the representative of the President, it is…

On the recordNovember 27, 1920
And whereas it is proper that in the performance of such ceremonial acts as the representative of the President, it is appropriate his representative function be designated by an appropriate flag, to be displayed when occasion may require;
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Woodrow Wilson
Democratic · New Jersey

Editor's note · Context

Executive Order 3360—Official Flag for Secretary of State

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