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FDR: “Your courage and faith and determination in overcoming the after-effects of infantile paralysis and thereby restoring to…”

On the recordFebruary 13, 1943
Your courage and faith and determination in overcoming the after-effects of infantile paralysis and thereby restoring to the public the opportunity of enjoying your beautiful art—all result in a victory—your victory—which is an inspiration to everyone at any time.
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Democratic · New York

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Letter of Encouragement to a Victim of Infantile Paralysis

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