On the recordOctober 21, 1934
While attached to and serving on board United States vessels stationed in foreign waters for not less than 60 consecutive days.
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presidency.ucsb.eduWhile attached to and serving on board United States vessels stationed in foreign waters for not less than 60 consecutive days.
Executive Order 6880—Amendment of Executive Order No. 6657-A, Dated March 27, 1934
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