FDR: “The forests are the 'lungs' of our land, purifying the air and giving…”

On the recordJanuary 28, 1935

The forests are the 'lungs' of our land, purifying the air and giving fresh strength to our people.

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Democratic · New York

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Statement on Being Awarded the Schlich Forestry Medal

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FDR: “The forests are the 'lungs' of our land, purifying the air and giving fresh strength to our people.”