04/24/1941
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"We and our Philippine brothers in arms- with the help of Almighty God- will drive out the invader; we will destroy his power to wage war again, and we will restore a world of dignity and freedom."
"I hereby authorize and direct the Secretary of War to designate the Commanding General, United States Army Forces, Pacific Ocean Areas, as the military commander within the meaning of the act of March..."
"This year, more than ever, we need the friendly aid and assistance of all these great humanitarian agencies for our fighting forces."
"I know that we will keep faith with them, as they are keeping it with us, until their job is done."