FDR: “It is tragic that our wounded men should ever want for the best…”

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It is tragic that our wounded men should ever want for the best possible nursing care.

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Roosevelt highlights the tragedy of wounded soldiers not receiving adequate nursing care.

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FDR: “It is tragic that our wounded men should ever want for the best possible nursing care.”