FDR: “When our enemies challenged our country to stand up and fight, they…”

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When our enemies challenged our country to stand up and fight, they challenged each and every one of us.

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Roosevelt calls on Americans to rise to the challenge posed by their enemies during World War II.

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FDR: “When our enemies challenged our country to stand up and fight, they challenged each and every one of us.”