On the recordOctober 8, 1942
With an adequate program in their behalf they will become a national asset ready to serve in war industries, agriculture, and in other essential occupations.
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presidency.ucsb.eduWith an adequate program in their behalf they will become a national asset ready to serve in war industries, agriculture, and in other essential occupations.
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