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FDR: What was done in this Island maintains the highest traditions of gallant men and women who from the beginning of time…

On the recordDecember 7, 1943
What was done in this Island maintains the highest traditions of gallant men and women who from the beginning of time have lived and died to preserve civilization for all mankind.
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FDR
Democratic · New York

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Remarks at Malta

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