Franklin Roosevelt actually said...

I may say that in my judgment this Government is under an unescapable obligation to carry out the Treaty of 1915 and the Protocol of 1919.

The President Position on Haitian Bonds

11/28/1933

More Franklin Roosevelt Quotes

Executive Order No. 6657-A of March 27, 1934, as amended, prescribing regulations for payment of losses.

This order shall take effect as of January 1, 1935, and shall be retroactive to July 15, 1933.

I want all of you to know that in spite of the distance which separates you from the National Capitol, you are often in my thoughts.

The purpose of these regulations is to provide for reimbursement to officers, enlisted men, and employees of the United States.