Franklin Roosevelt actually said...

Enlisted men upon first enlistment, or upon reenlistment subsequent to expiration of three months from date of last discharge, shall be entitled to a cash clothing allowance of $133.81.

Context

Executive Order 9226—Regulations Governing the Furnishing of Clothing in Kind or Payment of Cash Allowances in Lieu Thereof

08/18/1942

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