On the recordMarch 9, 1942
Recreation under present conditions can be undertaken solely for the purpose of building up body and mind and with the chief thought that this will help win the war.
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presidency.ucsb.eduRecreation under present conditions can be undertaken solely for the purpose of building up body and mind and with the chief thought that this will help win the war.
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