FDR: “The record that we have established in this war is one of which every American has a right to be proud—today and for all…”

The work, my friends, is peace.

Possession of any mine or mines taken under this order shall be terminated by the Secretary of the Interior as soon as he determines that such possession is no longer required for the successful prosecution of the war.

It seems obvious that we will be more or less responsible for security in all the Pacific waters.

We seek peace—enduring peace.