FDR: “We Americans are in good, brave company in this war, and we are…”

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We Americans are in good, brave company in this war, and we are playing our own, honorable part in the vast common effort.

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Roosevelt acknowledges the contributions of Americans in the war effort, highlighting collective honor.

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FDR: “We Americans are in good, brave company in this war, and we are playing our own, honorable part in the vast common…”